Microwave/Sonic Apparatus Measures Flow and Density in PipeAn apparatus for measuring the rate of flow and the mass density of a liquid or slurry includes a special section of pipe instrumented with microwave and sonic sensors, and a computer that processes digitized readings taken by the sensors. The apparatus was conceived specifically for monitoring a flow of oil-well-drilling mud, but the basic principles of its design and operation are also applicable to monitoring flows of other liquids and slurries.
Document ID
20110016849
Acquisition Source
Johnson Space Center
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Arndt, G. D. (NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)
Ngo, Phong (NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)
Carl, J. R. (Carl (J. R.) Consultant United States)
Byerly, Kent A. (Byerly (Kent A.) Consultant Unitd States)