CLASS 374, THERMAL MEASURING AND TESTING |
1 | THERMAL CALIBRATION SYSTEM: |
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter for determining the accuracy, operability,
or operating characteristics of a device responsive to a thermal
condition.
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2 | . By thermal radiation emitting device (e.g. blackbody cavity): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter wherein a reference thermal condition is
thermal radiation given off from a radiating element.
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3 | . By immersion in liquid having controlled temperature: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter wherein the reference thermal condition is a thermal parameter of a controlled temperature liquid bath. | |
4 | LEAK OR FLAW DETECTION: |
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter for testing a solid material for a defect
or undesired passage of fluent material therethrough.
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5 | . With heating or cooling of specimen for test: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 4. Subject matter wherein heat is applied to or extracted from
the solid material to permit detection of a thermal anomaly.
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6 | DISTANCE OR ANGLE: |
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter for determining an angle or distance by measuring
a thermal property which varies therewith.
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7 | . Thickness, erosion, or deposition: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 6. Subject matter wherein the distance measured is the thickness or change thereof of a solid body. | |
8 | FLAMMABILITY TESTING: |
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter for determining the susceptibility of the
test specimen to combustion.
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9 | EMISSIVITY DETERMINATION: |
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter for determining the ability of an object
to radiate energy in accordance with its temperature.
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10 | DIFFERENTIAL THERMAL ANALYSIS: |
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter which compares simultaneous thermal effects
on a test specimen and a reference specimen of an applied variation
in temperature.
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11 | . Detail of electrical heating control: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 10. Subject matter having a particular circuitry arrangement for controlling heating of the test and reference specimens. | |
12 | . Detail of sample holder or support therefor: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 10. Subject matter including structural detail of a specimen
holder or of a holder supporting arrangement.
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13 | .. Formed by thermoelectric element: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 12. Subject matter wherein the specimen holder is composed of
a thermoelectric junction.
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14 | THERMAL GRAVIMETRIC ANALYSIS: |
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter for determining the change in mass or weight
of a sample subjected to heat.
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15 | BY APPLYING KNOWN THERMAL GRADIENT (E.G., INDICATION OF RESPONSE BY LOCATION): |
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having an element with a temperature which
increases in one direction according to the distance from a reference point
so as to determine the relationship between a thermally responsive
property and temperature by observation of the spatial distribution
of the property.
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16 | TRANSFORMATION POINT DETERMINATION (E.G., DEW POINT, BOILING POINT): |
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter for determining the temperature at which
a change of state or phase of the test specimen occurs.
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17 | . By change in optical property (e.g., transmission): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 16. Subject matter wherein the test is performed by determining a change in a light modifying characteristic of the test specimen or an element in contact therewith. | |
18 | .. By reflection (e.g., polished surface): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 17. Subject matter wherein the light modifying characteristic
is reflection from the specimen or an element in contact therewith.
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19 | ... Sensed by instrument (e.g., photocell): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 18. Subject matter wherein the reflected light is sensed by
an element responsive thereto.
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20 | .... Controlling heating or cooling: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 19. Subject matter including a temperature modifying element for the specimen which modifying element is responsive to the light responsive element. | |
21 | . By electrical condition of specimen: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 16. Subject matter wherein the test is performed by determining the value, or its change, of an electrical property of the test specimen. | |
22 | . By change in motion of movable element: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 16. Subject matter wherein the test is performed by determining the modification of movement of a test element which contact or is located within the test specimen. | |
23 | .. Driven element: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 22. Subject matter including an arrangement for applying a motion producing force to the movable test element. | |
24 | . By change in pressure or flow rate: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 16. Subject matter wherein the transition point is established by determination of a variation in either the force per unit area or the volume per unit time of a fluid specimen. | |
25 | . By thermal arrest (e.g., time-temperature curve): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 16. Subject matter wherein the transition point is established
by locating the temperature at which there is no temperature change
during heating or cooling of the specimen.
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26 | .. Of molten metal (e.g., carbon content): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 25. Subject matter for determining a thermal arrest point of
a molten metal.
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27 | . Between gaseous and liquid states: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 16. Subject matter where in the transformation point determination
is between a gaseous and a liquid state, and not provided for in
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28 | .. Dew point: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 27. Subject matter wherein the change of state determined is
that of the temperature at which condensation of a vapor in a sample
begins, and not provided for in subclasses 17 - 26, above.
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29 | HEAT FLUX MEASUREMENT: |
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter for determining the heat flowing through
a unit area per unit time.
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30 | . By differential temperature measurement along undisturbed thermal gradient: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 29. Subject matter wherein the heat flux is determined by measuring
the temperature difference across a thermal impedance without heating
or cooling.
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31 | CALORIMETRY: |
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter for determining a quantity of heat energy
produced or absorbed at a given location.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 31. Total radiant energy or power measurement: Subject matter
for determining the total energy or power produced by a source of
radiation.
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33 | . With control of heat added to or lost from a sample container (e.g., isothermal calorimetry): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 31. Subject matter including an arrangement to maintain or vary the heat energy of a receptacle containing a sample undergoing an endothermic or exothermic reaction. | |
34 | .. With controlled adiabatic shield: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 33. Subject matter including an element in thermally conductive relation to the sample container and an arrangement to maintain the temperature of the element equal to that of the test location by heating or cooling the element so as to prevent heat flow between the element and the container. | |
35 | . Heat absorbing high temperature gas probe (e.g., enthalpy or fluid cooled probe): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 31. Subject matter for making a measurement of a thermal parameter
of a hot gas including transfer of heat energy from the hot gas
to a measuring element.
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36 | . Heat value of combustion (e.g., "calorific value"): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 31. Subject matter for determining the amount of heat produced by burning a given amount of a tested combustible material. | |
37 | .. Having specified control of input of mixture: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 36. Subject matter having a structural detail of an adjustment
of the amount of air or fuel admitted to the combustion location.
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38 | .. Having bomb or cartridge ignition chamber: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 36. Subject matter including a container resistant to high pressure
produced by rapid ignition of the tested material.
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39 | . Gain or loss of heat by heat utilizing load in path of heat exchange fluid: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 31. Subject matter wherein the heat measured is that taken from
or added to a heat exchange fluid by a heat utilizing device through
which the fluid flows.
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40 | .. Determined by combining flow rate and temperature signals of heat exchange fluid: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 39. Subject matter including sensing of the flow rate and a
temperature of the heat exchange fluid and combining signals representative thereof
to produce a signal representing heat gain or loss.
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41 | ... Signals combined electrically: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 40. Subject matter wherein the temperature and flow rate are
each sensed to produce an electrical signal and the signals are
electrically combined.
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42 | . Throttling calorimeter (e.g., steam quality): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 31. Subject matter for measuring a heat energy property of a
gas or vapor including flow of the gas or vapor through a restriction
as part of the measurement.
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43 | DETERMINATION OF INHERENT THERMAL PROPERTY (E.G., HEAT FLOW COEFFICIENT): |
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter for ascertaining a specimen"s ability
to transmit, transfer, retard, or spread heat and which includes
heating or cooling of a portion of the specimen.
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44 | . Thermal conductivity: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 43. Subject matter for determining the coefficient of heat flow
per unit area with respect to the temperature gradient.
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45 | THERMAL TESTING OF A NONTHERMAL QUANTITY: |
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter for performing a measurement or test of other
than a thermal quantity either (1) with a specified thermal condition,
or (2) to ascertain the dependence of the quantity upon a thermal
condition.
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46 | . With loading of specimen (e.g., stress or strain): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 45. Subject matter wherein the nonthermal test includes direct
application of a mechanical force to a test specimen.
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47 | .. Cyclic: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 46. Subject matter wherein the loading is repeatedly varied
during the test.
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48 | ... Torsional: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 47. Subject matter wherein the repetitive loading tends to twist
the specimen.
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49 | .. Tensile: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 46. Subject matter wherein the loading is a pull tending to
stretch the specimen.
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50 | ... With detail of heating or cooling structure: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 49. Subject matter having a structural detail of an element of an arrangement for applying heat to, or extracting heat from, the specimen. | |
51 | .. Compressional: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 46. Subject matter wherein the load tends to squeeze the specimen.
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52 | .. Bending or flexing: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 46. Subject matter wherein the test specimen has a long axis
which the load tends to deform.
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53 | . Of cure or hardenability: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 45. Subject matter wherein the nonthermal quantity is either
the degree of polymerization of a polymerizable substance, or the
depth to which a hardening of an outer layer of metal extends.
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54 | . Of fluid volume or property (e.g., evaporation rate, flow rate): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 45. Subject matter wherein the nonthermal quantity is the amount
of a fluid or the rate of change of a flow property or evaporation.
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55 | . Expansion or contraction characteristic (e.g., dilatometry): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 45. Subject matter wherein the measurement is of a temperature
dependance of a dimensional change of a test specimen.
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56 | .. Including electrical sensor: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 55. Subject matter including a deformation responsive electrical
sensing element.
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57 | . Of susceptibility to thermally induced deterioration, flaw, or failure: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 45. Subject matter for determining the properties of a specimen
with respect to breakdown of structural integrity or of degeneration
of a characteristic by heating or cooling of the specimen.
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100 | TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT (E.G., THERMOMETER): |
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter for making a quantitative determination of
a temperature, or of a temperature-related parameter which is not
otherwise classifiable.
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101 | . Composite temperature-related parameter: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 100. Subject matter wherein the quantitative determination is
a continuous function of plural temperatures, or of temperature,
and at least one other variable and which function is not otherwise
classifiable.
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102 | .. Time-temperature relationship (e.g., integral, deterioration, change): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 101. Subject matter wherein the quantitative determination is
either, (1) functionally dependent upon, or (2) limited to the time
elapsed during the measurement.
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103 | ... Time-temperature integration performed by particular circuit arrangement: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 102. Subject matter having a detail of a component or arrangement of circuitry which integrates a temperature-dependent electric signal with respect to time. | |
104 | ... Peak (maximum or minimum) with respect to time: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 102. Subject matter wherein the determination is of a temperature
having a value, or difference in value from a reference temperature
exceeding all other such temperatures during a measuring interval.
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105 | .... Indicating tube with sensing material return prevention: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 104. Subject matter wherein the determination is made by an indicating
tube type thermometer with an irregularity in its axial bore between the
bulb and scale of the thermometer so as to prevent the expansible
material therein from returning to the bulb.
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106 | .... Permanent visual indication (i.e., irreversible): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 104. Subject matter wherein the determination is made using an
arrangement which changes with a change in temperature in only one
direction, i.e. restoring the temperature to its initial value does
not restore the arrangement to its original condition.
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107 | ... Rate of change: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 102. Subject matter where the determination is of the time derivative of temperature. | |
108 | ... Degree-days: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 102. Subject matter wherein the composite function is the product
of the difference of the temperature from a reference temperature
and the number of days elapsed.
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109 | .. Climate related (e.g., wind-chill factor, discomfort index): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 101. Subject matter wherein the composite function is related
to atmospheric conditions.
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110 | .. Plural spaced temperature function: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 101. Subject matter wherein the quantitative determination is
a single function of the temperatures of plural spaced-apart points.
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111 | ... Highest or lowest of spaced temperatures: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 110. Subject matter wherein the resultant measurement is the
highest or lowest temperature at several points.
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112 | ... Difference or gradient: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 110. Subject matter wherein the resultant measurement is the difference between the temperatures at two of the spaced-apart points or the ratio of such a difference to the distance between the two points. | |
113 | .... By thermoelements connected in series opposition: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 112. Subject matter wherein the difference is sensed by two thermoelectric current generators having a single current path therethrough and connected with the potentials in opposing directions along the current path. | |
114 | .... By current modifying elements in circuit (e.g., bridge): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 112. Subject matter having plural elements with a temperature-dependent
impedance and so connected between a power source and output so as
to produce a signal related to the temperature difference at the
output.
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115 | ... Space average: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 110. Subject matter wherein the resultant measurement is the
summation of temperatures at the spaced apart points divided by
the summation of said points.
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116 | ... By single sensor (e.g., elongate or with plural fluid intakes): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 115. Subject matter having a sensor which is long enough to inherently
average the temperature over its length.
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117 | . By a vibratory effect (e.g., resonant frequency, acoustical): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 100. Subject matter wherein the temperature is determined by
a parameter of a mechanical vibration.
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118 | .. Resonant frequency by fluid flow: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 117. Subject matter wherein the temperature is determined by
the frequency of mechanical or acoustical resonance measured by
fluid flow.
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119 | .. Vibration velocity (e.g., echo timing): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 117. Subject matter wherein the temperature is determined by
the speed of a mechanical wave.
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120 | . In spaced noncontact relationship to specimen: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 100. Subject matter having a temperature sensor separated from the object by an intervening space or material. | |
121 | .. By thermally emitted radiation: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 120. Subject matter wherein the temperature of a specimen is
measured by measuring a parameter of the thermal radiation emitted
therefrom.
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122 | ... By microwave arrangement: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Subject matter wherein the radiation measurement is performed
directly by microwave signal processing components (e.g., waveguides).
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123 | ... Transparent material measurement or compensation (e.g., spectral line, gas, particulate suspension): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Subject matter including compensation for radiation transmitted
through or blocked from the thermally emitting material.
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124 | ... With scanning or temperature distribution display: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Subject matter wherein the thermally emitted radiation from
adjacent points of the emitting object is successively evaluated
or wherein the quantitative or continuous variation of surface temperature
is displayed in relationship to the points thereof.
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125 | ... With fluid flow purging device: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Subject matter having an arrangement to produce a stream
of fluid flowing past at least one element of a radiation analyzing
arrangement in order to remove from the element, or the path between
the element and the emitting object, particulate or other undesired
material.
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126 | ... Having emissivity compensating or specified radiating surface: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Subject matter including an arrangement to provide, or to
compensate for departure from, a fourth power dependence of the
emitted radiation on the absolute temperature, or from the amount
of radiation emitted by a completely black surface with an emissivity
of one.
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127 | ... Having significant frequency limitation or relationship (e.g., peak, ratio): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Subject matter including a particular feature of the frequency
of the thermal radiation, or a portion thereof, sensed to perform
the temperature determination.
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128 | ... Having significant signal handling circuitry (e.g., linearizing, emissivity compensation): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Subject matter having details of a circuit which processes
the sensed signal.
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129 | ... Comparison with radiation reference standard: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Subject matter including an arrangement for comparing the
thermally emitted radiation to be measured with radiation from a
reference emitter the radiation from which has a predetermined relationship
to the emitter temperature.
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130 | ... Optical system structure (e.g., lens): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Subject matter including a specific limitation of an element
which changes the direction of the radiation.
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131 | .... With radiation conducting element: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 130. Subject matter including a generally elongate element for
conducting radiation from one end to the other within the confines
of the outer surface of the elongate element.
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132 | ... Sensor or mounting temperature control: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Subject matter including maintaining or modifying the temperature of the radiation detector or some portion thereof during radiation sensing. | |
133 | ... Ambient temperature compensated (e.g., dummy sensor): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Subject matter having an arrangement to eliminate any effects
caused by the temperature of the surroundings of the radiation sensor.
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134 | .. Extrapolation (e.g., simulation, heat flow): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 120. Subject matter wherein the temperature at a location is
measured by measuring temperature or heat flow at a point spaced
from the location.
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135 | .. By fluid flow within or to sensor (e.g., convection, heat transfer, differential pressure): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 120. Subject matter including determination of some parameter
of a flowing fluid in thermal relationship to an object at a location
spaced away from the object.
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136 | . Geophysical (e.g., well bore, underwater): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 100. Subject matter for temperature determination beneath the
surface of the earth or of a body of water.
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137 | . Temperature distribution or profile: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 100. Subject matter for determination of the temperature along
a path or on a surface and displaying in substantially continuous
form the temperature at each point of the path or surface.
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138 | . With fluid flow deflector: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 100. Subject matter for measuring temperature of a flowing fluid
which includes a deflector of the fluid.
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139 | . Of molten metal: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 100. Subject matter wherein the sensor contacts a molten metal
bath.
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140 | .. Lance (e.g., consumable): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 139. Subject matter wherein the sensing arrangement includes
an elongate housing containing a temperature sensor.
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141 | . Combined with diverse art device: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 100. Subject matter having significant temperature measuring
detail combined with a device having another utility.
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142 | .. With other measuring device: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 141. Subject matter combined with a device for making a quantitative
determination of a parameter other than temperature.
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143 | ... Pressure: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 142. Subject matter wherein the other measuring device provides
quantitative determination of fluid pressure.
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144 | .. With combustion engine: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 141. Subject matter wherein the other device is a mechanical
energy producer operating by combustion.
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145 | ... Cooling system: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 144. Subject matter wherein the temperature of the system for
removing heat from the engine is determined.
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146 | .... Radiator cap mounted thermometer: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 145. Subject matter wherein the cooling system has a radiator with a cap having the thermometer mounted thereon. | |
147 | .. With fluid carrying conduit (e.g., shower pipe): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 141. Subject matter for determining the temperature of a fluid
flowing within a tubular element.
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148 | ... Sensor within conduit: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 147. Subject matter wherein a thermometer sensing element or
cover therefor protrudes within the conduit.
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149 | .. With cooking compartment or door thereof (e.g., oven): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 141. Subject matter wherein the thermometer is mounted in or
on an oven, or door thereof.
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150 | .. With bottle (e.g., nursing): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 141. Subject matter wherein the device of other utility is a
container for liquid storage.
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151 | .. With confection or infant pacifier: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 141. Subject matter wherein the thermometer is combined with an edible casing or a teething device. | |
152 | .. With electrical component (e.g., transformer): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 141. Subject matter wherein the other device is a current handling
component of an electric circuit.
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153 | .. With roll or rotary specimen or support: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 141. Subject matter wherein the temperature of an angularly rotatable cylindrical element or of material contacting the element surface is measured | |
154 | ... With coupling between rotating sensor and stationary electrical circuitry: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 153. Subject matter including an arrangement to couple a sensor located in or on the rotating element, and including indicating circuitry which does not rotate. | |
155 | .. With piercing element: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 141. Subject matter wherein the diverse art device is an object
penetrating element to enable interior temperature measurements
of objects.
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156 | .. With float: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 141. Subject matter wherein the diverse art device is a buoyant
element which supports the thermometer in spaced relation to a liquid
surface.
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157 | .. With sampling cup: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 141. Subject matter wherein the diverse art device is a holder
or container for obtaining a volume of material being measured.
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158 | . With removable cover for sensor (e.g., disposable sheath): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 100. Subject matter including an element particularly adapted
to fit over a temperature sensor during a measurement.
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159 | . Nonelectrical, nonmagnetic, or nonmechanical temperature responsive property: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 100. Subject matter wherein the temperature is determined by
a change in a property of a sensing element and which property is
other than magnetic, electrical, or mechanical.
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160 | .. Melting or softening: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 159. Subject matter wherein the sensor changes between a solid and liquid state or changes its flow property. | |
161 | .. Change of optical property: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 159. Subject matter wherein the radiation transmission or reflection
of the sensor changes.
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162 | ... Color: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 161. Subject matter wherein the sensor changes color. | |
163 | . By electrical or magnetic heat sensor: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 100. Subject matter including an element having a temperature
responsive variation in an electrical or magnetic property thereof
and an arrangement providing a quantitative indication from the
variation.
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164 | .. With preheated sensing probe: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 163. Subject matter included a housing having the thermal sensing
element and an element for heating the housing to assist in the
temperature determination.
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165 | .. With heat exchanger or conductor: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 163. Subject matter including an arrangement to conduct heat to the temperature sensing element. | |
166 | .. At plural zones: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 163. Subject matter having plural sensors at different locations
for distinct temperature measurements of the several locations.
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167 | ... Scanning: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 166. Subject matter including successive connection of the sensors of each location with the temperature measuring arrangement. | |
168 | .. With self-rebalancing arrangement (e.g., servo-potentiometer, thermal link): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 163. Subject matter including an electric circuit with an output
which may be balanced by a variable signal which is controlled by
the output, and which variable signal is utilized as a measure of
the magnitude of the sensor output.
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169 | .. With thermal lag compensation: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 163. Subject matter including an arrangement to permit the indication of the measured temperature prior to the sensor reaching the measured temperature. | |
170 | .. Digital output: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 163. Subject matter including production of a pulse group in
accordance with the sensed temperature.
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171 | ... With digital linearizing circuitry: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 170. Subject matter having electrical pulse or digital processing
circuitry to modify the pulse group content in accordance with the
value represented thereby in order to provide an output which is
a linear function of the sensed temperature.
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172 | .. With compensation for sensor nonlinearity or lead impedance: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 136. Subject matter having circuitry to modify the signal representing
the sensed temperature to form a signal which is linearly related
to the sensed temperature, or which is independent of the impedance
of leads connecting the sensor to the other circuit elements.
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173 | ... By feedback in amplifier circuit or with constant current source in circuit: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 172. Subject matter wherein the signal modification is performed by either feedback circuitry of an amplifier, or circuitry of an amplifier, or circuitry including a constant current source. | |
174 | .. By conductive fluid or work function within sensor (e.g., ionization): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 163. Subject matter wherein the thermal sensor includes an envelope
having a fluid or a vacuum therein, and electrodes to provide an
electric current or space discharge therein, the temperature being
determined by its effect on the discharge.
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175 | .. Thermal noise generated in conductor: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 163. Subject matter responsive to an electric current produced by the thermal motion of molecules in the sensor. | |
176 | .. Including sensor having hysteresis or cryogenic property (e.g., ferromagnetism, superconductivity): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 163. Subject matter wherein the sensor has either a residual
electric or magnetic field absent an external field applied thereto,
or a property peculiar to temperatures near absolute zero.
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177 | ... Ferroelectric: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 176. Subject matter wherein the sensor has a spontaneous electrical
polarization.
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178 | .. By barrier layer sensing element (e.g., semiconductor junction): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 163. Subject matter wherein the sensor is composed of semiconductive
material having a potential barrier therein.
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179 | .. By thermoelectric potential generator (e.g., thermocouple): |
Subject matter 163 wherein the element produces a temperature-dependent
potential as a result of physical contact between two materials
having different thermoelectric potentials at the measurement location.
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180 | ... Specimen is part of thermoelectric circuit: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 179. Subject matter including an electrical circuit path passing through the specimen as part of the thermoelectric potential generator. | |
181 | ... Reference junction compensation: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 179. Subject matter having a reference junction complementary to the measuring junction, and an arrangement to modify the output signal to eliminate the effect of temperature variation on the reference junction. | |
182 | ... Reference junction temperature control: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 179. Subject matter having a reference junction complementary to the measuring junction, and an arrangement to maintain the reference junction at a constant temperature. | |
183 | .. By current modifying sensor: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 163. Subject matter wherein the sensor has a temperature-responsive
variation in electrical impedance from which the temperature determination
is obtained.
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184 | ... Reactive element (e.g., capacitive): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 183. Subject matter wherein the temperature is sensed by a variation
in the ratio of the voltage drop across the sensor to the quadrature
current through the sensor.
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185 | ... Detail of resistive sensor: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 183. Subject matter including significant structure of a resistive
sensing element.
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186 | . With specified recording arrangement: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 100. Subject matter having structure for generating a permanent
or semi-permanent record of the measured temperature.
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187 | . Mechanical (e.g., expansion or contraction of material): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 100. Subject matter wherein the quantitative temperature determination
is given by a variation of force, position, or motion caused by
a variation in a temperature-responsive mechanical property of a
sensing material.
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188 | .. Having electrical indication: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 187. Subject matter having electrical measurement of the mechanical
variation to produce an electrical current for temperature determination.
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189 | .. Plural zones (e.g., indoor-outdoor): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 187. Subject matter including plural distinct temperature measurements
at distinct locations.
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190 | .. Indicating tube type: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 187. Subject matter wherein the expansion of a sensing or indicating
material is visible through a transparent tube.
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191 | ... With optical element (e.g., magnifying): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 190. Subject matter combined with a distinct arrangement for
optically modifying the temperature indication.
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192 | ... With holder for shaking: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 190. Subject matter having an arrangement to assist in returning
an expanded portion of the sensing material back to a reference
or storage position.
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193 | ... Having specified cross-section: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 190. Subject matter wherein the cross-section configuration of
the transparent tube is particularly described.
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194 | ... With support or housing: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 190. Subject matter combined with a particular mounting or enclosing
arrangement for the thermometer.
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195 | .. With detail of motion transmitting mechanism: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 187. Subject matter having significant detail of a mechanism
for transmitting motion from a sensing element to an indicating
element.
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196 | .. One sensing element within another: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 187. Subject matter having a compound sensing element with two distinct mechanical sensors one of which surrounds the other. | |
197 | .. With compensation: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 187. Subject matter having an arrangement to vary the indication in response to a condition other than the measured temperature. | |
198 | .. With adjustment: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 187. Subject matter having an arrangement to modify the temperature
indication.
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199 | ... Mechanical loading of sensor: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 198. Subject matter including adjustment of the stress or tension applied to the temperature sensing element. | |
200 | ... Adjustment of limit stop: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 198. Subject matter including an adjustable element for limiting
thermally caused motion of the temperature sensor.
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201 | .. Expanding fluid: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 187. Subject matter using the temperature responsive expansion
or contraction of a confined fluid to determine temperature.
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202 | ... With distinct pressure transmitting fluid: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 201. Subject matter having a solid force transmitting element applying pressure on a second confined fluid in response to the pressure of the sensing fluid, which second fluid pressure is measured to provide the temperature determination. | |
203 | ... Bourdon tube or bellows: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 201. Subject matter wherein the fluid is confined to an elastic
tube having either (1) a flexible corrugated wall, or (2) a curved
or twisted configuration such that an increase of fluid pressure tends
to straighten the tube.
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204 | .. Multiple distinct sensing elements: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 187. Subject matter having a sensor including two or more separate
elements cooperating to increase the mechanical variation causing
indication.
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205 | .. Compound sensing element (e.g., bimetallic): |
This subclass is indented under subclass 187. Subject matter having a solid sensing element composed of plural materials joined together along a surface. | |
206 | ... Coil: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 205. Subject matter in which the sensing element is continuously curved so as to form a spiral having plural turns. | |
207 | .... Helix: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 206. Subject matter wherein the spiral element extends in the direction of it"s axis of symmetry. | |
208 | HOUSING, SUPPORT, OR ADJUNCT: |
Subject matter particularly adapted for enclosing, protecting,
holding or otherwise perfecting subject matter classified in this
class, but not of itself performing a measurement or test, and not
elsewhere classified.
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209 | . Removable probe cover: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 208. Subject matter drawn to an element particularly adapted
to fit over a temperature sensor during measurement.
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210 | MISCELLANEOUS: |
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter not classifiable in any of the preceding subclasses. | |
E19.001 | TESTING OR CALIBRATING CALORIMETER (EPO): |
This main subclass provides for devices or methods for testing or calibrating calorimeters. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K19/00. | |
E17.001 | MEASURING QUANTITY OF HEAT (EPO): |
This main subclass provides for devices or methods for measuring
the amount of heat produced or absorbed by chemical reactions or
by physical changes or for measuring heat capacity. This subclass
is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K17/00.
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E17.002 | . For measuring the power of light beams, e.g., laser beams, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E17.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K17/00B. | |
E17.003 | . Microcalorimeters, e.g., using silicon microstructures etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E17.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K17/00M. | |
E17.004 | . Calorimeters using transport of an indicating substances, e.g., evaporation calorimeters, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E17.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K17/02. | |
E17.005 | .. Where evaporation, sublimation or condensation caused by heating or cooling, is measured (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E17.004. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K17/02B. | |
E17.006 | . Calorimeters using compensation methods (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E17.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA
classification G01K17/04.
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E17.007 | . Measuring quantity of heat conveyed by flowing mediums, e.g., in heating systems, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E17.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA
classification G01K17/06.
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E17.008 | .. Based upon measurement of temperature difference (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E17.007. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K17/08. | |
E17.009 | ... Between an inlet and an outlet point, combined with measurement of rate of flow of the medium if such, by integration during a certain time-interval (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E17.008. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K17/10. | |
E17.01 | .... Indicating product of flow and temperature difference directly (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E17.009. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K17/12. | |
E17.011 | ..... Using mechanical means for both measurements (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E17.01. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K17/14. | |
E17.012 | ..... Using electrical or magnetic means for both measurements (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E17.01. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K17/16. | |
E17.013 | ..... Using electrical or magnetic means for one measurement and mechanical means for the other (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E17.01. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K17/18. | |
E17.014 | ...... Where the indicating-instrument is driven electrically or magnetically by the temperature-measurement device and mechanically by the flow-measurement device (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E17.013. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K17/18B. | |
E17.015 | ... Across a radiating surface, combined with ascertainment of the heat transmission coefficient (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E17.008. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K17/20. | |
E15.001 | TESTING OR CALIBRATING OF THERMOMETERS (EPO): |
This main subclass provides fordevices or methods for testing or calibrating temperature measuring devices. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K15/00. | |
E15.002 | . Calibrated temperature sources, temperature standards therefor (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E15.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA
classification G01K15/00B.
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E7.001 | MEASURING TEMPERATURE BASED ON THE USE OF ELECTRIC OR MAGNETIC ELEMENTS DIRECTLY SENSITIVE TO HEAT (EPO): |
This main subclass provides for devices or methods for measuring
temperatures using sensing elements having an electrical or magnetic
property which is varied by heat. This subclass is substantially
the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/00.
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E7.002 | . Using pyroelectric elements (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/00C. | |
E7.003 | . Using superconductive elements (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/00D. | |
E7.004 | . Using thermoelectric elements, e.g., thermocouples, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/02. | |
E7.005 | .. Provided with specially adapted connectors (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.004. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/02D. | |
E7.006 | .. Expendable thermocouples (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.004. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/02F. | |
E7.007 | .. Arrangements for signaling rupture or disconnection of the thermocouple (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.004. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/02G. | |
E7.008 | .. Using microstructures, e.g., made of silicon, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.004. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/02M. | |
E7.009 | .. The object to be measured not forming one of the thermo-electric materials (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.004. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/04. | |
E7.01 | ... The thermo-electric materials being arranged one within the other with the junction at one end exposed to the object, e.g., sheathed type, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.009. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/06. | |
E7.011 | .. The object to be measured forming one of the thermo-electric materials, e.g., pointed type, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.004. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/08. | |
E7.012 | .. Arrangements for compensating for auxiliary variables, e.g., length of lead, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.004. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/10. | |
E7.013 | ... Arrangements with respect to the cold junction, e.g., preventing influence of temperature of surrounding air, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.012. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/12. | |
E7.014 | .... Circuits for cold-junction compensation (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.013. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/13. | |
E7.015 | .. Arrangements for modifying the output characteristic, e.g., linearizing, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.004. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/14. | |
E7.016 | .. Particular circuit arrangements (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.004. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/02C. | |
E7.018 | . Using resistive elements (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/16. | |
E7.019 | .. The element being an electrolyte (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.018. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/26. | |
E7.02 | ... In a specially-adapted circuit, e.g., bridge circuit, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.019. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/28. | |
E7.021 | .. The element being a linear resistance, e.g., platinum resistance thermometer etc., (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.018. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/18. | |
E7.022 | ... Characterized by the use of the resistive element (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.021. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/18B. | |
E7.023 | ... Using microstructures (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.021. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/18M. | |
E7.024 | ... In a specially-adapted circuit, e.g., bridge circuit, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.021. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/20. | |
E7.025 | .... In an oscillator circuit (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.024. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/20B. | |
E7.026 | .... In a potentiometer circuit (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.024. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/20C. | |
E7.027 | .... For modifying the output characteristic, e.g., linearizing, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.024. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/21. | |
E7.028 | .. The element being a non-linear resistance, e.g., thermistor, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.018. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/22. | |
E7.029 | ... Characterized by the shape of the resistive element (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.028. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/22B. | |
E7.03 | ... Using microstructures, e.g., silicon spreading resistance, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.028. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/22M. | |
E7.031 | ... In a specially-adapted circuit, e.g., bridge circuit, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.028. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/24. | |
E7.032 | .... In an oscillator circuit (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.031. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/24B. | |
E7.033 | .... For modifying the output characteristic, e.g., linearizing, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.031. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/25. | |
E7.034 | . Using thermal noise of resistances or conductors (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/30. | |
E7.035 | . Using semiconducting elements having PN junctions (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/01. | |
E7.036 | .. Using microstructures, e.g., made of silicon, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.035. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/01M. | |
E7.037 | . Using capacitative elements (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/34. | |
E7.038 | .. The dielectric constant of which is temperature dependant (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.037. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/34B. | |
E7.039 | . Using magnetic elements, e.g., magnets, coils, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/36. | |
E7.04 | .. The variations of temperature influencing the magnetic permeability (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.039. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/38. | |
E7.041 | . Using ionization of gases (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/40. | |
E7.042 | . Circuits for reducing thermal inertia; Circuits for predicting the stationary value of temperature (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/42. | |
E7.043 | .. Thermal management of integrated systems (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E7.042. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K7/42M. | |
E3.001 | THERMOMETERS GIVING RESULTS OTHER THAN MOMENTARY VALUE OF TEMPERATURE (EPO): |
This main subclass provides forthermometers which indicate a specific temperature or a relative temperature. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K3/00. | |
E3.002 | . Circuits arrangements for indicating a predetermined temperature (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E3.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K3/00C. | |
E3.003 | . Giving means values; giving integrated values (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E3.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K3/02. | |
E3.004 | .. In respect of time (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E3.003. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K3/04. | |
E3.005 | .. In respect of space (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E3.003. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K3/0. | |
E3.006 | . Giving differences of values; giving differentiated values (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E3.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA
classification G01K3/08.
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E3.007 | .. In respect of time, e.g., reacting only to a quick change of temperature, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E3.006. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K3/10. | |
E3.008 | ... Based upon expansion or contraction of materials (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E3.007. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K3/12. | |
E3.009 | .. In respect of space (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E3.006. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K3/14. | |
E9.001 | MEASURING TEMPERTURE BASED ON MOVEMENTS CAUSED BY REDISTRIBUTION OF WEIGHT, E.G., TILTING THERMOMETER ETC. (EPO): |
This main subclass provides for temperature indicators responsive
to a redistribution of weight caused by a change of temperature.
This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification
G01K9/00.
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E5.001 | MEASURING TEMPERATURE BASED ON THE EXPANSION OR CONTRACTION OF A MATERIAL (EPO): |
This main subclass provides for temperature indicators responsive
to the expansion or contraction of a material caused by a temperature change.
This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification
G01K5/00.
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E5.002 | . The material being a liquid (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA
classification G01K5/02.
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E5.003 | .. Manufacturing of this particular type of thermometer (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.002. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/02B. | |
E5.004 | .. Details (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.002. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/04. | |
E5.005 | ... Arrangements for driving back the liquid column (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.004. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/06. | |
E5.006 | ... Capillary tubes (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.004. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/08. | |
E5.007 | ... Containers for the liquid (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.004. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/10. | |
E5.008 | ... Selection of liquid compositions (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.004. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/12. | |
E5.009 | .. The liquid displacing a further liquid column or a solid body (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.002. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA
classification G01K5/14.
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E5.01 | .. With electric contacts (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.002. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/16. | |
E5.011 | .. With electric conversion means for final indication (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.002. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/18. | |
E5.012 | .. With provision for expansion indicating over not more than a few degrees, e.g., clinical thermometer, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.002. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/22. | |
E5.013 | ... With means for indicating a maximum, e.g., a constriction in the capillary tube, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.012. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/22B. | |
E5.014 | .. With means for indicating a maximum or a minimum or both (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.002. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/20. | |
E5.015 | .. With provision for measuring the difference between two temperatures (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.002. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/24. | |
E5.016 | .. With provision for adjusting zero point of scale, e.g., Beckmann thermometer, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.002. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/26. | |
E5.017 | . The material being a gas (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA
classification G01K5/28.
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E5.018 | .. The gas displacing a liquid column (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.017. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/30. | |
E5.019 | . The material being a fluid contained in a hollow body having parts which are deformable or displaceable under the pressure developed by the material (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA
classification G01K5/32.
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E5.02 | .. Selection of fluid compositions (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.019. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/32B. | |
E5.021 | .. Using a fluid container connected to the deformable body by means of a capillary tube (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.019. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/32D. | |
E5.022 | .. The body being a tubular spring, e.g., Bourdon tube, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.019. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/36. | |
E5.023 | ... Of spiral formation (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.022. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/38. | |
E5.024 | ... Of helical formation (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.022. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/40. | |
E5.025 | .. The body being a bellows (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.019. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/42. | |
E5.026 | .. The body being a capsule (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.019. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/34. | |
E5.027 | .. The body being a cylinder and piston (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.019. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/44. | |
E5.028 | .. With electric conversion means for final indication (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.019. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/46. | |
E5.029 | ... Using electrical contact making or breaking devices (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.028. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/46B. | |
E5.03 | . The material being a solid (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/48. | |
E5.031 | .. Using materials with a configuration memory, e.g., Ni-Ti alloys, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.03. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/48B. | |
E5.032 | .. Using microstructures, e.g., made of silicon, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.03. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/48M. | |
E5.033 | .. Arranged for free expansion or contraction (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.03. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/50. | |
E5.034 | ... With electrical conversion means for final indication (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.033. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/52. | |
E5.035 | .. Consisting of pivotally-connected elements (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.03. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/54. | |
E5.036 | .. Constrained so that expansion or contraction causes a deformation of the solid (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.03. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/56. | |
E5.037 | ... The solid body being formed of compounded strips or plates, e.g., bimetallic strip, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.036. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/62. | |
E5.038 | .... Details of the compounds system (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.037. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/64. | |
E5.039 | ..... Selection of composition of the components of the system (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.038. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/66. | |
E5.04 | ..... Shape of the system (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.038. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/68. | |
E5.041 | .... Specially adapted for indicating or recording (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.037. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/70. | |
E5.042 | ..... With electric transmission means for final indication (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.041. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/72. | |
E5.043 | ... The solid body being constrained at more than one point, e.g., rod, plate, diaphragm, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.036. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/58. | |
E5.044 | .... The body being a flexible wire or ribbon (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E5.043. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K5/60. | |
E11.001 | MEASURING TEMPERATURE BASED UPON PHYSICAL OR CHEMICAL CHANGES NOT COVERED BY ANY OF THE PRECEDING SUBCLASSES (EPO): |
This main subclass provides for temperature indicators responsive to a physical or chemical change caused by a temperature change and not provided for in any of the preceding subclasses. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/00. | |
E11.002 | . Using absorption or generation of gas, e.g., hydrogen, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/00B. | |
E11.003 | . Using measurement of the effect of a material on microwaves or longer electromagnetic waves, e.g., measuring temperature via microwaves emitted by the object, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/00D. | |
E11.004 | . Using evaporation or sublimation, e.g., by observing boiling, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/02. | |
E11.005 | .. From material contained in a hollow body having parts which are deformable or displaceable under the pressure developed by the vapor (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.004. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/04. | |
E11.006 | . Using melting, freezing, or softening (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/06. | |
E11.007 | .. Of disposable test bodies, e.g., cone, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.006. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/08. | |
E11.008 | . Using sintering (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/10. | |
E11.009 | . Using measurement of acoustic effects (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/22. | |
E11.01 | .. Of the velocity of propagation of sound (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.009. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/24. | |
E11.011 | .. Of resonant frequencies (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.009. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/26. | |
E11.012 | ... Using surface acoustic wave (SAW) (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.011. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/26M. | |
E11.013 | . Using measurements of density (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/28. | |
E11.014 | . Using measurement of the effect of a material on X-radiation, gamma radiation or particle radiation (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/30. | |
E11.015 | . Using changes in transmission, scattering or fluorescence in optical fibers (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/32. | |
E11.016 | .. At discrete locations in the fiber, e.g., by means of Bragg gratings, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.015. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/32B. | |
E11.017 | ... Using changes in fluorescence, e.g., at the distal end of the fiber, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.016. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/32B2. | |
E11.018 | . Using change of color or translucency (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/12. | |
E11.019 | .. Using change in reflectance (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.018. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/12R. | |
E11.02 | .. Of inorganic materials (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.018. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/14. | |
E11.021 | .. Of organic materials (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.018. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/16. | |
E11.022 | ... Liquid crystals (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.021. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/16B. | |
E11.023 | .. Of materials which change translucency (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.018. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/18. | |
E11.024 | . Using thermo-luminescent materials (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E11.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K11/20. | |
E13.001 | ADAPTATIONS OF THERMOMETERS FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES (EPO): |
This main subclass provides for indicating devices designed for specific uses or environments. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K13/00. | |
E13.002 | . For measuring body temperature (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E13.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA
classification G01K13/00B.
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E13.003 | .. Infrared clinical thermometers, e.g., tympanic, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E13.002. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K13/00B2. | |
E13.004 | . For cryogenic purposes (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E13.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K13/00C. | |
E13.005 | .. Using microstructures, e.g., made of silicon, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E13.004. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K13/00C2. | |
E13.006 | . For measuring temperature of moving fluids or granular materials capable of flow (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E13.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K13/02. | |
E13.007 | .. Suction thermometers (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E13.006. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K13/02B. | |
E13.008 | . For measuring temperature of moving solid bodies (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E13.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K13/04. | |
E13.009 | .. In linear movement (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E13.008. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K13/06. | |
E13.01 | .. In rotary movement (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E13.008. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K13/08. | |
E13.011 | . For measuring temperature within piled or stacked materials (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E13.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA
classification G01K13/10.
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E13.012 | . Combined with sampling devices for measuring temperatures of samples of materials (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E13.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K13/12. | |
E13.013 | .. For siderurgical purposes (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E13.012. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K13/12B. | |
E1.001 | DETAILS OF THERMOMETERS NOT SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR PARTICULAR TYPES OF THERMOMETER (EPO): |
This main subclass provides for thermometer details of general
utility. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA
classification G01K1/00.
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E1.002 | . Special applications of indicating or recording means, e.g., for remote indications, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/02. | |
E1.003 | .. Recording (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.002. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/02B. | |
E1.004 | .. For remote (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.002. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/02C. | |
E1.005 | .. Arrangements for monitoring a plurality of temperatures, e.g., by multiplexing, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.002. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/02D. | |
E1.006 | .. Arrangements for numerical indication (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.002. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/02F. | |
E1.007 | .. Scales (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.002. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/04. | |
E1.008 | ... Temperature indication combined with the indication of another variable (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.007. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/04B. | |
E1.009 | ... Arrangements for facilitating reading, e.g., illumination, magnifying glass, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.007. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/06. | |
E1.01 | .... Of liquid column thermometers (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.009. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/06B. | |
E1.011 | . Protective devices, e.g., casings, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/08. | |
E1.012 | .. For clinical thermometers, e.g., contamination preventing sleeves, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.011. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/08B. | |
E1.013 | ... For tympanic thermometers (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.012. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/08B2. | |
E1.014 | .. For preventing chemical attack (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.011. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/10. | |
E1.015 | ... For siderurgical use (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.014. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/10B. | |
E1.016 | .. For preventing damage due to heat overloading (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.011. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/12. | |
E1.017 | ... For siderurgical use (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.016. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/12B. | |
E1.018 | . Supports; Fastening devices; Mounting thermometers in particular locations (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/14. | |
E1.019 | .. For measuring surface temperatures, e.g., of pipe walls, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.018. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/14B. | |
E1.02 | .. Arrangements for moving thermometers to or from a measuring position (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.018. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/14C. | |
E1.021 | . Special arrangements for conducting heat from the object to the sensitive element (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/16. | |
E1.022 | .. For reducing thermal inertia (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.021. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/18. | |
E1.023 | . Compensating for effects of temperature changes other than those to be measured, e.g., changes in ambient temperature, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/20. | |
E1.024 | .. By means of fluid contained in a hollow body having parts which are deformable or displaceable under the pressure developed by the fluid (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.023. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/22 | |
E1.025 | .. By means of compounded strips or plates, e.g., by bimetallic strips, etc. (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.023. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/24. | |
E1.026 | . Compensating for effects of pressure changes (EPO): |
This subclass is indented under subclass E1.001. This subclass is substantially the same in scope as ECLA classification G01K1/26. | |
FOR000 | CLASS-RELATED FOREIGN DOCUMENTS |
This subclass has no definition. | |