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Leak detector uses ultrasonicsProbe located on outer wall of vacuum-jacketed fluid lines detects leaks on inner wall. Probe picks up and amplifies vibrations that occur when gas rushes through leak and converts them to audible signal or CRT display. System is considerably simpler to use than helium leak detectors and allows rapid checks to be made as part of routine maintenance.
Document ID
19770000409
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Heisman, R. M.
(Rockwell Intern. Corp.)
Iceland, W. F.
(Rockwell Intern. Corp.)
Keir, A. R.
(Rockwell Intern. Corp.)
Date Acquired
August 8, 2013
Publication Date
March 1, 1978
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 2
Issue: 4
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Mechanics
Report/Patent Number
MSC-16803
Accession Number
77B10409
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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