Microwave Sensing for Determination of Loading of Filters

Method for determining loading of a filter. The filter has a first dielectric constant. The filter becomes loaded with contaminant material that has a second dielectric constant. The filter, such as a diesel particulate filter, is contained within a metallic enclosure forming a microwave cavity. The method includes establishing microwave energy in the cavity and monitoring changes in the cavity microwave response, the changes being related to filter loading.

Researchers

Alexander Sappok / Peter Koert / Ronald R Parker / Leslie Bromberg / Victor Wong

Departments: Department of Nuclear Science and Engineering, Plasma Science and Fusion Center
Technology Areas: Energy & Distribution: Distribution / Industrial Engineering & Automation: Logistics

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