Stabilization mode split fin sensor

Abstract

Accurately derive the phase difference measurement values ​​that determine the flow characteristics. [Solution] An embodiment of a fin sensor is disclosed. The embodiment of the fin sensor has a base coupled to a first fin and a second fin, the fin sensor further has at least two transducers coupled to the fin, and the first fin is coupled to the second fin by at least one fin coupler.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The embodiments described below relate to sensors, and more particularly, to flow sensors.

Background Art

[0002] Existing fin sensors have problems with mode separation. Typically, the frequency difference between the in-phase mode and the out-of-phase mode is minimal, which confuses the calculation of fluid flow characteristics. Also, when generating a curl in an existing fin sensor, there is little amplitude contrast for deriving the phase difference measurement values that result in flow characteristics.

[0003] In existing fin sensors, the measurement values are confused by the significant net movement towards the sensor assembly from the center of the conduit in which they are present. The reason for this is that the axis of rotation of the fin is controlled by the fin position on the plate and the position of the driver. The axis of rotation of the fin is typically around the edge of the base on which the fin is present. This creates an imbalance, which results in errors and problems in calibration. The force from the in-phase mode causes a net movement in the process connection. Also, the tubes and balance bar may be difficult or impossible to drive into equal in-phase mode shapes. The resulting imbalance can lead to calibration and measurement errors. These problems limit the effectiveness of the fin sensor and make it impractical for many industrial applications. Therefore, an improved fin sensor is needed.

Summary of the Invention

[0004] Embodiments of a fin sensor (102) are disclosed. Embodiments of the fin sensor (102) include a first It has a base (106) coupled to a fin (108a) and a second fin (108b), Sensor (102) has at least two transducers coupled to fins (108a and 108b) It further has ferrules (104a and 104b), and the first fin (108a) has at least one fin It is coupled to the second fin (108b) by a coupling (120a and / or 120b).

[0005] Another embodiment of the fin sensor (102) is disclosed. The structure has a base (106) and a balance rib (118), and the base (106) is a first fin The fin sensor (102) is coupled to the fin (108a) and the second fin (108b), and the fin sensor (102) is coupled to the fin (108a And at least two transducers (104a and 104b) coupled to 108b) The balance rib (118) is located on one of the base (106) and the base coupler (116). The above will be combined.

[0006] Embodiments of a method for manufacturing a fin coupling assembly are disclosed. Embodiments of this method are , at least one fin (108a and / or 108b) and at least one fin bond The method has a fin coupling assembly having a vessel (120a and / or 120b), and the method is less At least one fin (108a and / or 108b) is connected to at least one fin coupler (120a or The process includes the step of forming a fin coupling assembly that will be coupled to and / or 120b).

[0007] Embodiments of a method for manufacturing a balanced base assembly are disclosed. An embodiment of a method for manufacturing a frame assembly includes the steps of forming a base (106) and a rose The steps include forming a balance rib (118) and attaching the balance rib (118) to the base (106) and base -Includes the step of coupling to one or more of the couplers (116).

[0008] Embodiments of a method using a fin sensor (102) are disclosed. In one embodiment of the method of use, the fin sensor (102) is located on the first fin (108a) and the second fin. It has a drive transducer (104b) for driving the vibration of the fin (108b), and the first The second fins (108a and 108b) are coupled to the base (106), and the fin sensor (102 ) has at least one sensing transducer (104a) for receiving response data Furthermore, this method uses at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) to perform the second The movement of the first fin (108a) is at least partially restricted in relation to the movement of the fin (108b). It has the step of doing so.

[0009] An embodiment of a method using a fin sensor (102) is disclosed. One embodiment of the method of use involves driving the vibrations of the first fin (108a) and the second fin (108b). It has a fin sensor (102) having a drive transducer (104b) for movement. The first fin (108a) and the second fin (108b) are connected to the base (106). The fin sensor (102) has at least one sensing transducer for receiving response data. The device has a visor (104a), and the fin sensor (102) has a balance rib (118). The balance rib (118) restricts the movement of the base (106) at least partially. It has a top.

[0010] [Aspect] According to one aspect, an embodiment of a fin sensor (102) is disclosed. The fin sensor (102) embodiment has a base (10 6) coupled to a first fin (108a) and a second fin (of 108b), and the fin sensor (102) further has at least two transducers (104a and 104b) coupled to the fins (108a and 108b), and the first fin (108a) is coupled to the second fin (108b) by at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b).

[0011] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is a rod-shaped fin coupler (220a).

[0012] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is a brace bar (220c).

[0013] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is a strip shaped fin coupler (220b).

[0014] Preferably, the strip-shaped fin coupler (220b) has at least one tapered end portion.

[0015] Preferably, for the strip-shaped fin coupler (220b), one or more of the upstream (143) end portion and the downstream (145) end portion of the strip-shaped fin coupler (220b ) are at a more central position along the flow axis (141) of the strip-shaped fin coupler (220b) with respect to the vertical axis (151) and the intersection axis ( (141). ​The cross-sectional area in the plane defined by 131) is greater than the area along the vertical axis (151) and the cross axis (131). Therefore, it is tapered to have a smaller cross-sectional area within the defined plane.

[0016] Preferably, the vertical axis and flow axis of the strip-shaped fin coupler (220b) are defined The cross-section in the plane is defined by the flow axis (141) between the upstream (143) end and the downstream (145) end of the cross-section. The upstream (143) end and the downstream (145) end of the cross-section are greater than at least one central portion within the cross-section. In one or more of these cases, the vertical axis (151) is narrow.

[0017] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) has a fin (1 Fins (108a and 108b) at substantially the same position on the corresponding surfaces of 08a and 108b) Combine them.

[0018] Preferably, the fins (108a and 108b) are aligned with the flow axis (141) and the vertical axis (151) When placed in the same or substantially the same position in the plane defined by ), Each fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is parallel to the intersecting axis (131) They are arranged to have the same configuration.

[0019] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) has a fin (1 They are joined at different positions in 08a and 108b).

[0020] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) has a fin (1 At least one of the lowermost (155) and uppermost (143) of 08a and / or 108b) At least one of the fins (10⁸a and / or 10⁸b) represented by the quadrant portion In the region of the surface or the projected region, at least of the fins (108a and / or 108b) They are combined into one.

[0021] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) has a fin (1 At least one of the lowest (155) and lowest (145) of 08a and / or 108b) At least one of the fins (10⁸a and / or 10⁸b) represented by the quadrant portion In the region of the surface or the projected region, at least of the fins (108a and / or 108b) They are combined into one.

[0022] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) has a fin (1 At least one of the lowermost (155) and uppermost (143) of 08a and / or 108b) At least one face of the fin (108a and / or 108b) represented by the corner In the region or projection region, at least of the fins (108a and / or 108b) They are combined into one.

[0023] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) has a fin (1 At least one of the lowermost (155) corners of 08a and / or 108b) and the downstream (1 At least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b) represented by the corner of 45) In the region of two faces or projected region, one of the fins (10⁸a and / or 10⁸b) The above will be combined.

[0024] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) has a fin (1 Represented by a 1 / 9 portion of the center of at least one of 08a and / or 108b), In the region or projection region of at least one face of the fin (108a and / or 108b) In this configuration, it is coupled to at least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b).

[0025] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is located on the vertical axis (1 51) The central 1 / 3 portion and at least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b) The region or projected region is defined by the 1 / 3 portion of the upstream (143) In the region of at least one face of the fin (108a and / or 108b), It is bound to at least one of n(108a and / or 108b).

[0026] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is located on the vertical axis (1 51) The central 1 / 3 portion and at least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b) Represented by the region or projected region defined by the one-third portion downstream (145) of In the region of at least one face of the fin (108a and / or 108b), It is bound to at least one of n(108a and / or 108b).

[0027] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) has a fin (1 The upper 1 / 3 portion of at least one of 08a and / or 108b) and the upstream (1 A fin (represented by a region or projected region defined by 1 / 3 of 43) In the region of at least one of the surfaces (108a and / or 108b), the fin (108a It is joined to at least one of the following:

[0028] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) has a fin (1 The upper (153) 1 / 3 portion of at least one of 08a and / or 108b), and the downstream (1 A fin (represented by a region or projected region defined by 1 / 3 of 45) In the region of at least one of the surfaces (108a and / or 108b), the fin (108a It is joined to at least one of the following:

[0029] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) has a fin (1 The lower (155) 1 / 3 portion of at least one of 08a and / or 108b), and the upstream (1 A fin (represented by a region or projected region defined by 1 / 3 of 43) In the region of at least one of the surfaces (108a and / or 108b), the fin (108a It is joined to at least one of the following:

[0030] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is located on the vertical axis (1 The lower 1 / 3 portion (155) of 51) and less of the fins (108a and / or 108b) The region or projection region is defined by both the downstream (145) and one-third of the region. In the region of at least one face of the fin (108a and / or 108b) , it is coupled to at least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b).

[0031] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is fin-coupled. To increase the axial stiffness of the immersed element of the fin (102), the first fin (108a) It is then coupled to the second fin (108b).

[0032] Preferably, the fins (108a and 108b) protrude through the opening in the base (106). The transducer (104a and 104b) has fin protrusions (114a and 114b), The projections (114a and 114b) are coupled to the fins (108a and 108b).

[0033] Preferably, the base (106) has an immersion side (342) and an outer side (344), and fin protrusions. (114a and 114b) protrude outward (344) through the base (106).

[0034] Preferably, the fin protrusions (114a and 114b) have corresponding segments and corresponding A segment is a segment that is at least partially aligned within the intersecting axis (131).

[0035] Preferably, the transducers (104a and 104b) each have two corresponding segments It will be attached to the ment.

[0036] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is a base (1 It is coupled to the fins (108a and 108b) on the outside of 06).

[0037] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) has a fin protrusion. It is connected to at least one fin projection (114a or 114b) of the protrusions (114a or 114b). It can be done.

[0038] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is at least It also connects to a segment of another fin projection (114a or 114b).

[0039] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) has a fin (1 The coupling between 08a and 108b and at least two transducers (104a and 104b) It is coupled to the fins (108a and 108b) at a position below (155).

[0040] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is a transformer The position on the fin (108a and / or 108b) to which the deucers (104a~c) are attached is greater than the position on the fin (108a and / or 108b). At a position close to the base (106), the fins (108a and 108) on the outside (344) of the base (106) b) They combine

[0041] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is a base (1 06) The fins to which the transducers (104a~c) are coupled (108a and / or 108b ) at a position close to the above position, the fins (108a and 108b) on the outside (344) of the base (106) It is joined to ().

[0042] Preferably, the fin protrusions (114a and 114b) have corresponding segments and corresponding A segment is a segment that is at least partially aligned within the intersecting axis (131).

[0043] Preferably, the transducers (104a and 104b) each have two corresponding segments It will be attached to the ment.

[0044] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is a first fin The first fin coupler (120a) includes a fin coupler (120a) and a second fin coupler (120b). This is upstream of the position where the second fin coupler (120b) is coupled to the fins (108a and 108b) It is coupled to the fins (108a and 108b) at that position.

[0045] Preferably, the detection transducer (104a) is such that the drive transducer (104b) is a bit Upstream, coupled to the fins (108a and 108b) which are coupled to the fins (108a and 108b) .

[0046] Preferably, the base (106) is a variable base (306) having various hardnesses.

[0047] Preferably, the variable base (306) has a flexible central portion and a variable base The center and edges have a rigid portion at the edge of the (306), and the center and edge are a variable base within the cross axis (131). This is the center and edge of (306).

[0048] Preferably, the variable base (306) is thinner in the center than at the edges.

[0049] Preferably, the variable base (306) has a variable material composition along the intersecting axis (131).

[0050] Preferably, the variable base (306) has a flexible material in the center of the variable base (306) and an intersecting axis ( 131) has a hard material at the edge of the variable base (306) within.

[0051] Preferably, the fin sensor (102) is located between the base (106) and the base coupler (116). It further comprises one or more balance ribs (118) connected to the ribs, and the balance ribs (118) are The movement of the base (106) along the vertical axis (151) parallel to the central part of the base (106) is reduced. Both are configured to be partially restricted, with the central part of the base (106) being in the middle of the cross axis (131). This is the part defined by the center.

[0052] Preferably, the fin sensor (102) further comprises meter electronic equipment (112), and at least One of the two transducers (104a and 104b) is the drive transducer (1 04b) The meter electronic equipment (112) is in in-phase (IP) mode and out-of-phase (OOP) mode. To drive the fins (108a and 108b) in one or more of them, a command representing the de It is configured to transmit the data to the drive transducer (104b).

[0053] Preferably, one of at least two transducers (104a and 104b) The transducer is a sensing transducer (104a), and the meter electronic equipment (112) is a control A controlled feedback loop is used to maintain the drive mode by sensing the transducer Receive signal data from the server (104a).

[0054] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) and at least At least one of each of the fins (10⁸a and / or 10⁸b) , having a coupling element, the coupling element is at least one fin coupler (120a and 120b) At least one of the fins (10⁸a and / or 10⁸b) is connected via a connecting element. It is configured to combine into one even if there are no other components.

[0055] Preferably, the first fin coupler (120a) has a coupling element, and the first fin (108a) , has another connecting element (120b), and the connecting element is such that the connecting element is connected to another connecting element As it is constructed, it is complementary to other connecting elements.

[0056] Preferably, the connecting element is a recess in the first fin (108a).

[0057] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is a base (1 It is neither an element of 06) nor an element of at least two transducers (104a~c). .

[0058] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is a base (1 06) Unlike the way in which it affects the movement of the fins (108a and 108b) and at least 2 One transducer (104a-c) influences the movement of the fins (108a and 108b). This affects the movement of the fins (108a and 108b) in a way different from the law.

[0059] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is a base (1 06) is not coupled to any of the two transducers (104a~c).

[0060] According to one embodiment, another embodiment of the fin sensor (102) is disclosed. Another embodiment of 02) has a base (106) and a balance rib (118), and the base (106 ) is coupled to the first fin (108a) and the second fin (108b), and the fin sensor (102 ) has at least two transducers (104a) coupled to the fins (108a and 108b). The balance rib (118) further comprises the base (106) and the base coupler (104b), and the balance rib (118) is a base (106) and a base coupler It is combined with one or more of (116).

[0061] Preferably, the balance rib (118) is aligned with the vertical axis (151) along the central portion of the base (106). The base (106) is configured to restrict the movement of the base at least partially. The central part of (106) is the part defined by the center of the intersecting axis (131).

[0062] Preferably, the balance rib (118) is located in the central part of the base (106) It is joined to ().

[0063] Preferably, the balance rib (118) is coupled to the central portion of the base coupler (116).

[0064] Preferably, the balance rib (118) has fins (108a and 108b) on the vertical axis (151). It is configured to prevent at least partially the net movement of ).

[0065] Preferably, the balance rib (118) is a first fin (108a) and a second fin (108b) It is coupled to the base (106) between them.

[0066] Preferably, the balance rib (118) is on the intersecting axis (131) and the first fin (108a The position on the base (106) where the ) is attached or will be attached, and the position of the second fin (10 8b) The position between different positions on the base (106) to which it is joined or will be joined. In this configuration, it is coupled to the base (106).

[0067] Preferably, the balance rib (118) is positioned on the intersecting axis (131) and from different positions. It is combined with distance.

[0068] Preferably, the balance rib (118) has its centerline (198) aligned with the flow axis. It is joined to the base (106) so as to be parallel to (141).

[0069] Preferably, the balance rib (118) has a center line (198) in at least one axis It is symmetrical with respect to the center.

[0070] Preferably, the balance rib (118) has a cross axis (131) in the central part of the balance rib (118). The downstream (145) end of the balance rib (118) and the balance rib, which are smaller than the thickness in ) The intersecting axis (1) of the balance rib (118) at one or both of the upstream (143) ends of the rib (118) It has the thickness of 31).

[0071] Preferably, the balance rib (118) has a cross axis (131) in the central part of the balance rib (118). The downstream (145) end of the balance rib (118) and the balance rib, which are larger than the thickness at ) The intersecting axis (1) of the balance rib (118) at one or both of the upstream (143) ends of the rib (118) It has the thickness of 31).

[0072] Preferably, the fin sensor (102) has at least one fin coupler (120a and / or The system further comprises (120a and / or 120b) and at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) , it is coupled to the fins (108a and 108b).

[0073] Preferably, the base (106) is a variable base (306) having various hardnesses.

[0074] Preferably, the variable base (306) has a flexible central portion and a variable base The center and edges have a rigid portion at the edge of the (306), and the center and edge are a variable base within the cross axis (131). This is the center and edge of (306).

[0075] Preferably, the variable base (306) is along the cross axis (131) and the edge of the variable base (306) It is thinner in the center of the variable base (306).

[0076] Preferably, the variable base (306) has a variable material composition along the intersecting axis (131).

[0077] Preferably, the variable base (306) consists of a central flexible material and an edge along the cross axis (131) It has a hard material.

[0078] Preferably, a variable base (306) between the fins (108a and 108b) along the intersecting axis (131) The part marked with ) is the fin (108a and 108b) at the cross axis (131) and the variable base It is softer than the portion of the variable base (306) between the edge of (306).

[0079] Preferably, the flexible portion (314) and the rigid portion (310 and 312) are fins (108a and At least one of the 108b) is placed near the cross axis (131) as a balance rib (118 It can be formed by bonding to the edge of the variable base (106) rather than to the variable base (106).

[0080] According to one embodiment, an embodiment of a method for manufacturing a fin coupling assembly is disclosed. Embodiments of the method include at least one fin (108a and / or 108b) and at least A fin coupler assembly also has one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b). Furthermore, this method ensures that at least one fin (108a and / or 108b) is at least one fin Forms a fin coupler assembly that is coupled to fin couplers (120a and / or 120b). Includes steps.

[0081] Preferably, the coupling assembly includes at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 1 20b) is already bonded to at least one fin (120a and / or 120b) and formed It is formed by molding.

[0082] Preferably, forming a fin coupler assembly means forming a fin coupler (120a) The fin coupler (120a) includes a base (106) and a transducer (104 This is different from a) to c).

[0083] Preferably, the fin coupling assembly is formed by at least one fin (108 Forming fins (108a) of a and / or 108b) and at least one fin bond Connecting the fin connector (120a) of the container (120a and / or 120b) to the fin (108a) This further includes the following.

[0084] Preferably, the fin connector (120a) is connected to the fin (108a), and the base (106 The position of fin (108a) is greater than the position of fin (108a) which is joined to or will be joined to ) The fin coupler (120a) is coupled to the fin (108a) at a position close to the free edge (199). This includes the following.

[0085] Preferably, the method involves at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) The first fin coupler (120a) is coupled to both fins (108a and 108b), and less At least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) and a second fin coupler (120b) The first fin coupler (120) further comprises coupling to the fins (108a and 108b) a) The flow axis (141) at at least one position to which the second fin coupler (120b) is coupled. It is joined to at least one position that is or will be at different points along the line.

[0086] Preferably, the fin coupling assembly is formed by at least one fin (108 a and / or 108b) and at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) Using a coupling element configured to facilitate connection between them, at least one fin (108 a and / or 108b) and at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) This includes forming one or more of the following.

[0087] Preferably, at least one fin (108a and / or 108b) is on the base (106) At least one fin coupler (120a) is present or will be present on the immersion side (342). At least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) in part of 120a and / or It is bound to 120b).

[0088] Preferably, at least one fin (108a and / or 108b) is on the base (106) At least one fin coupler (120a) is present or will be present on the outside (344). At least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) in part It is joined to 20b).

[0089] Preferably, this method involves forming a balance rib (118) and the balance rib (118) To connect to one or both of the base (106) and the base coupler (116) It also includes.

[0090] Preferably, the base (106) is formed as a variable base (306) having various hardnesses. ru.

[0091] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is rod-shaped. It is formed as a fin coupler (220a).

[0092] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is a brace It is formed as a bar (220c).

[0093] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is stripped It is formed as a fin-shaped connector (220b). Preferably, this method involves forming a base (106) and finning the base (106) (10 This further includes binding to 8a and 108b).

[0094] Preferably, the fins (108a and 108b) protrude through the opening in the base (106). Formed having fin protrusions (114a and 114b), and at least one transducer (1 04a and / or 104b) are fin projections (114a and 114b) with fins (108a and It is joined to (108b).

[0095] Preferably, the fin protrusions (114a and 114b) are formed by corresponding segments. The corresponding segment is a segment that is at least partially aligned with the cross axis (131). Furthermore, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) corresponds to the segment They are coupled to the fins (108a and 108b) in this configuration.

[0096] Preferably, the base (106) is formed as a variable base (306) having various hardnesses. ru. Preferably, the variable base (306) is at the edge of the variable base (306) on the intersecting axis (131) Rather, the central portion of the variable base (306) is formed more softly.

[0097] Preferably, this method involves connecting the balance rib (118) to the base (106) and the base connector (11 This further includes joining to one or both of the items in 6).

[0098] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is balanced At least one position in the first direction (133) from the rib (118), and the balance rib At least one position in the second direction (135) of (118) on the fins (108a and 108b) They are joined together.

[0099] Preferably, this method involves forming a meter electronic device (112) and a meter electronic device (1 12) Connect the transducer (104a and / or 104b and / or 104c) in a communicative manner. The meter electronic equipment (112) has a processor and memory, and The R is configured to store commands and data for the processor to perform its operations. The meter electronic equipment (112) is used to connect, combine, and drive in in-phase and out-of-phase modes. This further includes constituting [something].

[0100] According to one embodiment, an embodiment of a method for manufacturing a balanced base assembly is disclosed. An embodiment of a method for manufacturing a balanced base assembly involves forming a base (106). Step, step to form balance rib (118), and base balance rib (118) The process includes the step of coupling (106) and one or more of the base couplers (116).

[0101] Preferably, the base (106) is formed as a variable base (306).

[0102] Preferably, the variable base (306) is configured to change the thickness of the variable base (306) during molding. Therefore, or by cutting off a portion of the variable base (306), it is formed.

[0103] Preferably, the thickness is such that the center of the variable base (306) at the cross axis (131) is the variable base ( It changes to become thinner than the edge of 306).

[0104] Preferably, the variable base (306) is made of at least the material that constitutes the variable base (306). It is formed by changing along the intersecting axis (131).

[0105] Preferably, changing the material of the edge of the variable base (306) on the intersecting axis (131) From the central material of the variable base (306) which is softer than the material, at least This includes being part of something.

[0106] Preferably, forming a balance rib (118) is a slender member This includes forming as such.

[0107] Preferably, the balance rib (118) is connected to the base (106) via the cross axis (131) The balance rib (118) is connected to the base (106) at the center of the upper base (106). This includes doing so.

[0108] Preferably, the balance rib (118) is connected to the base (106), which is the first fin (1 The position on the base (106) to which 08a) is attached or will be attached, and the second fin Between (108b) and different positions on the base (106) to which it is joined or will be joined. This includes connecting the balance rib (118) to the base (106) at this position. The different positions are on the intersecting axis (131).

[0109] Preferably, the first fin (108a) is connected or joined on the intersecting axis (131) The position on the base (106) and the second fin (108b) are connected or joined The balance rib (118) is positioned between different positions on the base (106) Joining to the base (106) is done at a position on the cross axis (131) and at an equidistant distance from different positions. This includes joining a certain balance rib (118).

[0110] Preferably, the balance rib (118) is connected to the base (106) of the flow axis (141) Using the center line (198) of the balance rib (118) parallel to the base (1 This includes joining to 06).

[0111] Preferably, forming a balance rib (118) means that the balance rib (118) is less The balance rib (118) is shaped so that it is symmetrical with respect to the center line (198) on the other axis. It includes accomplishing something.

[0112] Preferably, forming a balance rib (118) downstream of the balance rib (14 5) One or more balance ribs from the end and the upstream (143) end of the balance rib (118) The thickness of 118) at the intersecting axis (131) is within the balance rib (118) at the flow axis (141). The balance rib (118) is shaped so that it is smaller than the thickness at the intersecting axis (131) in the central part. It further includes accomplishing.

[0113] Preferably, forming a balance rib (118) downstream of the balance rib (14 5) One or more balance ribs from the end and the upstream (143) end of the balance rib (118) The thickness of 118) at the intersecting axis (131) is within the balance rib (118) at the flow axis (141). The balance rib (118) is shaped to be greater than the thickness at the intersecting axis (131) in the central part. It further includes accomplishing.

[0114] Preferably, this method involves forming fins (108a and 108b) and fins (108a This further includes combining (108b) with the base (106).

[0115] Preferably, the method involves at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) To form and at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) to the fin (1 This further includes binding to 08a and 108b).

[0116] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is balanced The rib (118) is coupled to the first fin (120a) in a first direction (133), and at least One fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is located in the second direction from the balance rib (118) At (135), it is coupled to the second fin (120b).

[0117] Preferably, at least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b) is balanced It is connected to the base (106) at a position in the first direction (133) from the rib (118), and at that position The position is such that, at the intersecting axis (131), the balance rib (118) is further away from the balance rib (118) than the first balance rib (118). It is close to the edge of the base (106) in the direction (133).

[0118] Preferably, at least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b) is balanced It is connected to the base (106) at a position in the first direction (133) from the rib (118), and at that position The position is such that, at the cross axis (131), it is from the balance rib (118) rather than from the balance rib (118) It is further away from the edge of the base (106) in the first direction (133).

[0119] Preferably, this method involves forming a meter electronic device (112) and a meter electronic device (1 12) Connect the transducer (104a and / or 104b and / or 104c) in a communicative manner. The meter electronic equipment (112) further includes a processor and memory. The memory is operated by the processor in in-phase and out-of-phase modes, with fins (108a and Commands and data for configuring the meter electronics (112) to drive 108b) It is configured to store.

[0120] According to one embodiment, an embodiment of a method using a fin sensor (102) is disclosed. In an embodiment of the method using the fin sensor (102), the fin sensor (102) is a first fin (108a) and drive transducer (104) for driving the vibration of the second fin (108b) b) has first and second fins (108a and 108b) connected to the base (106), The sensor (102) has at least one sensing transducer for receiving response data The method has a (104a) and includes at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b ) reduces the movement of the first fin (108a) relative to the movement of the second fin (108b). It also includes a step that partially restricts it.

[0121] Preferably, by at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b), the second The movement of the first fin (108a) is at least partially restricted in relation to the movement of the fin (108b). What to do is the free edge (199) of the second fin (108b) of the first fin (108a) This includes restricting the movement of the edge (199) at least partially.

[0122] Preferably, the vibration is driven by a drive transducer (104b) and the fin (10 8a and 108b) are driven in out-of-phase (OOP) mode.

[0123] Preferably, the out-of-phase (OOP) mode has a first fin (108a) and a second fin (108a) at approximately 180°. This represents the phase separation during the motion in 8b).

[0124] Preferably, by at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b), the second The movement of the first fin (108a) is at least partially restricted in relation to the movement of the fin (108b). This involves at least one fin coupler (120a) for the movement of the second fin (108b). The first fin (108a) at any site where the first fin (120b) is attached to the first fin (108a) This includes restricting the movement of the fin (108a) at least partially.

[0125] Preferably, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is a base (1 06) Without directly restricting the movement of any of the elements, at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is not bound to the base (106) element. Preferably, this method reduces the movement of the base (106) by the balance rib (118). This also includes partially restricting it.

[0126] According to one embodiment, an embodiment of a method using a fin sensor (102) is disclosed. An embodiment of the method using the sensor (102) is a first fin (108a) and a second fin Fin sensor having a drive transducer (104b) for driving vibrations of (108b) 102) may have a first fin (108a) and a second fin (108b), base Coupled with (106), the fin sensor (102) has at least one for receiving response data It has two sensing transducers (104a), and the fin sensor (102) is a balance rib (118 The method has a balance rib (118) that controls the movement of the base (106) at least partially. It includes a step of restricting it in parts.

[0127] Preferably, the balance rib (118) controls the movement of the base (106) at least partially. The restriction is that the base (106) is located along the vertical axis (151) parallel to the central part of the base (106) This includes at least partially restricting the movement of the central part, the center of the cross axis (131) This is the part defined by [the specified method / method].

[0128] Preferably, the balance rib (118) controls the movement of the base (106) at least partially. Restricting this reduces the net movement of the fins (108a and 108b) along the vertical axis (151). This includes preventing at least partial prevention.

[0129] Preferably, the balance rib (118) controls the movement of the base (106) at least partially. The limitation is that the net movement of the fin sensor (102) on the vertical axis (151) must be at least This includes partial prevention.

[0130] Preferably, the movement of the base (106) is at least partially restricted, which is the case for the cross axis (131 The first fin (108a) on the base (106) to which it is attached or will be attached Position and on the base (106) to which the second fin (108b) is attached or will be attached. To at least partially restrict the base (106) at a position between different positions include.

[0131] Preferably, the movement of the base (106) is at least partially restricted, which is the case for the cross axis (131 ) Minimize the movement of the base (106) at the above position and at positions equidistant from different positions. This includes, at least partially, restricting it.

[0132] Preferably, the movement of the base (106) is restricted at least partially, which is the flow axis (141 The movement of the base (106) along at least the straight portion of the base (106) parallel to the ) is minimized. This also includes partially restricting it.

[0133] Preferably, the movement of the base (106) is restricted at least partially. The movement of one or more of the downstream (145) end of the base (106) and the upstream (143) end of the base The movement of the base (106) is restricted to at least a portion of the center of the base (106). Including partial restriction, the center of the base (106) is within the flow axis (141) of the base (106) It is in the center.

[0134] Preferably, the movement of the base (106) is restricted at least partially. The movement of one or more of the downstream (145) end of the base (106) and the upstream (143) end of the base The movement of the base (106) is restricted to at least a portion of the center of the base (106). Including partial restriction, the center of the base (106) is within the flow axis (141) of the base (106) It is in the center.

[0135] The same reference numeral represents the same element in all drawings. Drawings are not necessarily to scale. I want you to understand that this is not the case. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0136] [Figure 1] This shows a perspective view of an embodiment of a flow sensor system 100 having a fin-type sensor. [Figure 2A] This shows a perspective view of an embodiment of a fin coupling assembly 200a having a rod-shaped fin coupling 220a. [Figure 2B] This shows a perspective view of an embodiment of a fin coupling assembly 200b having a strip-shaped fin coupling 220b. [Figure 2C] This shows a perspective view of an embodiment of a fin coupling assembly 200c having a brace bar-shaped fin coupling 220c. [Figure 3] This is a cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a flow sensor system 300 having a fin sensor 302 with a variable base 306 in a balanced base assembly. [Figure 4] A block diagram of an embodiment of the computer system 400 is shown. In this embodiment, the computer system 400 may be a meter electronic device, for example, a meter electronic device 112. [Figure 5] A flowchart of an embodiment of Method 500 for using the fin coupling assembly of the fin sensor 102 is shown. [Figure 6] A flowchart of an embodiment of Method 600 for using a balanced base assembly of fin sensor 102 is shown. [Figure 7] A flowchart of an embodiment of method 700 for manufacturing a fin coupler assembly for a fin sensor 102 is shown. [Figure 8] A flowchart of an embodiment of method 800 for manufacturing a balanced base assembly of a fin sensor 102 is shown. [Figure 9]A flowchart of an embodiment of method 900 for manufacturing a balanced base and fin coupling assembly for a fin sensor 102 is shown. [Figure 10] This shows a comparison of embodiments of the fin sensor 102 with and without fin couplers 120a and 120b on the immersion side 342 of the base 106, which are driven in in-phase (IP) mode and out-of-phase (OOP) mode. [Figure 11] This shows a comparison 1100 of embodiments of the fin sensor 102 with and without the balance rib 118, in both the non-deformed and deformed positions. [Figure 12] A comparison 1200 of embodiments of the fin sensor 102 is shown, with and without fin couplers 120a and 120b on the outside 344 of the base 106, which are driven in in-phase (IP) mode and out-of-phase (OOP) mode. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0137] Figures 1-12 and the following description show the fin coupler assembly and the fin sensor. Those skilled in the art will be taught how to manufacture and use the best mode of an embodiment of a base assembly. Specific examples are shown to illustrate the principle of the invention. Several conventional methods are shown for the purpose of teaching the principle of the invention. The details are simplified or omitted. Those skilled in the art will recognize these examples included within the scope of this specification. Those skilled in the art will understand the deformation from this. Those skilled in the art will be able to combine the features described below in various ways. Together, a balanced base assembly for fin coupling assemblies and fin sensors. You will understand that it is possible to form multiple modified forms of Ri. As a result, The embodiments described below are not limited to the specific examples described below, but are based on the claims. It is limited only by its range and its equivalents.

[0138] Figure 1 shows a perspective view of an embodiment of a flow sensor system 100 having a fin-type sensor. The system 100 consists of an upstream transducer 104a, a drive transducer 104b, and a downstream transducer. Transducer 104c, base 106, first fin 108a, second fin 108b, conduit 110 (indicated in the figure) (not shown), meter electronic equipment 112, first fin projection 114a, second fin projection 114b , base coupler 116, balance rib 118, first fin coupler 120a, second fin coupler 120b , an intersecting axis 131 having a first direction 133 and a second direction 135, an upstream direction 143 and a downstream direction 145 Flow axis 141 having upward direction 153, downward direction 155, end of balance rib 196, balance The vertical axis 151 has the central portion of the rib 197, the centerline of the balance rib 198, and the free edge 199. It has a fin sensor 102. Images of Figures 1 to 4 and 10 to 12 show various aspects of system 100. The scale does not necessarily have to be constant for each embodiment.

[0139] The flow system 100 can determine its flow characteristics using the fin sensor 102. For example, the fin sensor 102 uses a transducer to drive the vibration of the elements of the fin sensor 102. The transducer can be used to drive the elements of the fin sensor 102. any type of drive element or pick-off element, for example, a piezoelectric element or a magnet and a co It can be configured as follows: Some, some, or all of the transducers are For example, to determine flow characteristics, such as to determine mass flow rate, transducers are used The phase or time difference of the measured signal can be measured. In the embodiment, The sensor 102 generates these flow rates by coordinating across elements within the fin sensor 102. A Coriolis flow sensor that uses a transducer configuration that can rely on the force of the Coriolis flow. The phase difference or time delay is caused by the driving element and measuring element, for example, by the vibration of the base. By causing the fins to vibrate and measuring the response in the transducer, the response can be controlled. By measuring the response in the signal, or by using the signal to generate vibrations ( The flow rate can be generated by comparing the drive signal with the response at the fin. The measured values ​​are the phase difference and / or frequency response obtained by transducers 104a~c. It can be generated from the signal. The fin sensor 102 determines the vibration frequency and the technique By using methods known in the field to determine the density from those frequencies, This can be used to generate density measurements. For example, density measurements can be used to generate density measurements. It can be generated from the frequency response signals acquired by the reduction transducers 104a to 104c. Viscosity measurements are, for example, based on two resonant frequency-driven phase differences that may be derived. The transducer measurement phase difference or time delay is derived in the fin sensor 102. It is possible. The methods for measuring flow rate, density, and viscosity using vibrating meters are all relevant to the technical field. It is well established in this regard. The fins are joined to specific positions using fin couplers. It can be done. In various embodiments, the fin sensor 102 is a Coriolis flow meter, fin Meter, or fork meter (possibly with either fins or forks) It can be one or more of the following.

[0140] Fin couplers 120a and 120b are in-phase (hereinafter referred to as "IP") mode and out-of-phase (hereinafter referred to as " It can be used to enhance mode separation between modes (such as OOP). In the configuration, the OOP mode is such that the first fin 108a and the second fin 108b are 180 degrees or approximately relative to each other. It can be configured to vibrate with a phase difference of 180 degrees. Furthermore, the fin coupler is a fin To increase the measurement sensitivity of sensor 102, more curling motion can be introduced. In this embodiment, the base 106 has a thin central portion and a thick outer portion along the intersecting axis 131. It can be made into a plate. Base 106 also has a balance ring to control deflection. It may have a 118 and a fin in the vertical axis 151 with respect to the conduit to which the base is joined. This can limit the net movement of the 102.

[0141] In this embodiment, the fin sensor 102 has two fins, a first fin 108a and a second fin 108b It may have fins. The first fin 108a and the second fin 108b are fin sensor 10 The fins are immersed in the fluid during operation 2. The embodiments in which they are used are intended. For example, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Embodiments having 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 or more fins are planned. As illustrated. In other embodiments, a fin can be used instead of a fin, and the fin is Having some or all of the same characteristics and arrangement of fins 108a and 108b disclosed herein Where this specification refers to fins, this specification also intends to describe embodiments in which frustums are used. do.

[0142] Fins 108a and 108b may be arranged parallel to each other, and the expected fluid flow in the conduit They may be arranged with a length parallel or substantially parallel to the path. Fins 108a and 108b are It can be arranged to have a portion extending through the base 106, and the fin 108a and 108b is a base 106 (Figure 3) that does not have a portion that is immersed in the fluid flow of fins 108a and 108b. The outer side (344) may have fin protrusions 114a and 114b (the immersed element) The side that possesses it is the immersion side 342 shown in Figure 3).

[0143] Fins 108a and 108b have free edges 199, and possibly the outermost ends of the lower fins 155. It may have a defined free edge 199. Fin coupler (e.g., fin coupler 120a) and 120b) are used, and in some cases a portion of the free edge 199 of the first fin 108a is used for the second fin By coupling to a portion of the free edge 199 of fin 108b, or in some cases fin 108 By joining a and the other parts of 108b, the second fin 108b is joined to the second fin 108b. The movement of the free edge 199 of fin 108a can be restricted.

[0144] Fins 108a and 108b are joined to each other using one or more fin couplers. Yes, it is possible. The fin couplers 120a and 120b are located at specific positions on the fins 108a and 108b. This is an element that connects the movements of fins 108a and 108b. For the purposes of this specification, the first fin Fin coupler 120a is shown as an upstream fin coupler 143 relative to the second fin coupler 120b. In various embodiments, any number of fin couplers are used to connect adjacent fins. can connect fins that are adjacent and / or non - adjacent. For example, each set of fins to be connected can be connected by one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten, eleven pieces, twelve pieces, thirteen pieces, fourteen pieces, fifteen pieces, sixteen pieces, and any other number of couplers 120a and 120b. In various embodiments, a specific number of fins may be connected, or a specific number of fins may not be connected. For example, all of the fins, three - fourths of the fins, two - thirds of the fins, half of the fins, one - fourth of the fins, one - third of the fins, one - eighth of the fins, one - tenth of the fins, etc. in such ratios of fins may be connected.

[0145] In embodiments, one, a combination, or all of the fins 108a and 108b can extend or substantially extend over the entire length of the base 106. For example, in a context substantially related to this, the fins can be a part of the base 106 used to connect the base to the conduit, or a part of the base that is directly adjacent to a part of the base 106 that is connected to the conduit 110 and / or the base coupler 116, meaning that they do not extend to a part of the base [[ID=2,3,4,5,7,9,11,13,15,17,19,21,23,25,27,28,29,30,31,33,35,38,39]] that is directly adjacent to a part of the base 106 that is connected to the conduit 110 and / or the base coupler 116.

[0146] The conduit 110 is a conduit through which fluid can flow. Any type of conduit known in the art can be used. Although the conduit 110 is not shown in FIG. 1, the method of connecting a flow conduit and a flow sensor, such as a fin sensor 102, to the conduit is well - known in the art of flow sensors.

[0147] The fin couplers 120a and 120b can connect the fins 108a and 108b can be coupled. For example, fin couplers 120a and 120b can be coupled to fin 108a and To connect fins 108a and 108b at substantially the same position on the corresponding surface of 108b. In some cases, the fins 108a and 108b are aligned with the flow axis 141 and the vertical axis 151. For example, the same plane defined by (if the fins have the same shape and size) When positioned, the fin couplers 120a and 120b are parallel to or substantially parallel to the intersecting axis 131. They are arranged to have the same configuration so as to be parallel, or fin couplers 120a and 120b This is achieved by bonding at different positions on each of the fins 108a and 108b. Yes, it is possible. The fin couplers 120a and 120b are at least one of the fins 108a and 108b. The lowermost quadrant 155 and the uppermost quadrant 143 (at least one of fins 108a and 108b) Quadrants that may not include at least one central position, fins 108a and 108b At least one of the lowermost 155 and downstream 145 quadrant portions (of fins 108a and 108b) (A quadrant that may not include at least one central position of at least one of the fins 10) At least one of 8a and 108b, the lowest 155 and upstream 143 corners, fin 108a and At least one of the lowermost 155 and downstream 145 corners of 108b, fins 108a and 108b The central 1 / 9 region of at least one of the regions, the central 1 / 3 region of the vertical axis 151 and Defined by at least one of the upstream 143 portions of 108a and 108b Region, the central 1 / 3 portion of the region of the vertical axis 151 and at least one of fins 108a and 108b The region defined by the downstream 145 1 / 3 portion and the upper 153 portion of the vertical axis 151 Defined by at least one of the fins 108a and 108b, and a portion of the upstream 1 / 3 of 143. The region, the upper 1 / 3 portion of the vertical axis 151 and at least one of the fins 108a and 108b The region defined by the 1 / 3 portion downstream of 145 and the 1 / 3 portion below the vertical axis 151 and defined by at least one of the fins 108a and 108b, and one-third of the upstream portion of 143. The region, the lower 1 / 3 portion of the vertical axis 151 and at least of the fins 108a and 108b Fin 108a, represented by a region defined by one-third of the downstream portion of 145. and one, a combination of, or all of the locations in at least one region of 108b It can be coupled to one or more of the fins 108a and 108b.

[0148] An embodiment is considered in which the surface of the fin does not have a flat surface. In this example, as described in the previous paragraph The region is the maximum fin cross-section in any plane defined by the flow axis 141 and the vertical axis 151. It can represent projections from those relative regions, and the related regions are along the lines of the intersecting axes. The surface of a fin that faces the inner surface of another fin (for example, the inner surface of 108b) that is projected (for example, Projected onto the inner surface of 108a. For the purposes of the claims, these are "projected areas". It is called "".

[0149] The fin couplers 120a and 120b may have different shapes and structures. For example, one or more of the fin connectors 120a and 120b may be, for example, rod-shaped or cylindrical. shapes, brace bars, beams (in some cases, when there is no flow, square, circular, triangular , other polygons, elliptical, etc., cross-sectional areas defined by the flow axis 141 and the vertical axis 151 ), strips having a flat region (when there is no flow, flat or substantially flat with respect to the plane defined by the flow axis 141 and the vertical axis 151, or flat with respect to the plane defined by the vertical axis 151 and the cross-axis 131), such as a helix ). Combinations of different shapes of the fin couplers 120a and / or 120b are contemplated herein . For example, the fin sensor 102 can have an upstream fin coupler 120a that is a rod and a downstream fin coupler 120b represented by one or more brace bars. These are merely examples, and all combinations of shapes and structures are contemplated herein . .

[0150] The fin couplers 120a and 120b can be composed of any number of materials, such as the conduit 110, the base 106, the transducers 104a-c, the fins 108a and 108b, and / or one of the portions of the fins 108a and 108b to which the fin couplers 120a and / or 120b are coupled, any combination, or a material different from all of them. The fin couplers 120a, 12 0b can be composed of the same material throughout the fin sensor 102, or they can have different compositions between them.

[0151] One or more of the fin couplers 120a and 120b are made of a flexible material to allow for some degree of bending and mode flexibility in one or more of the fin couplers 120a and 120b . They may be made from material, and in some cases, fins 108a and in some modes The softness of the movement of one or more of 108b, or one or more of the fin couplers 120a and 120b Increases flexibility compared to other modes. One or more of the fin couplers 120a and 120b are fin Limiting the deflection and mode flexibility in one or more of the coupling units 120a and 120b. For this purpose, it may be made from a rigid material, and in some cases, in some modes One or more of 108a and 108b, or one or more of fin couplers 120a and 120b The flexibility of the upper movement is increased compared to other modes. The fin couplers 120a and 120b are connected to fin 10 It may also be assembled by 8a and 108b, which is referred to herein as a fin connection. It is called a combination device assembly.

[0152] The fin couplers 120a and 120b are used when the fins 120a and 120b are driven in different phase modes. This can increase the curl of fins 108a and 108b. Fin couplers 120a and 12 0b can increase axial stiffness, which in turn can lead to an increase in curl. It can be done. An increase in curl may, in some cases, be typical of Coriolis mass flow meters, fork meters. Alternatively, similar to a fin meter, the fin sensor 102 properly binds the fins to the fluid medium, and It is possible to induce Ori's response. Also, in different phase modes, fin couplers The curl generated on fins 108a and 108b by including 120a and 120b is due to the in-phase motor Unlike the fin sensor 102 which is similarly driven by the same code, it offers potentially higher frequencies and latent Mode separation can be created intrinsically. Provided by fin couplers 120a and 120b. The resulting axial stiffness also keeps the tips of the free edges 199 of fins 108a and 108b stationary, substantially To be stationary, or when fins 108a and 108b are coupled by fin couplers 120a and 120b The mobility that fins 108a and 108b would have if they were not present is relative to the mobility of fins 108a and 108b. The mobility of the free edge of 108b can be at least limited, and similarly, in a flowing medium, their This reduces drag and, in some cases, lessens the impact on fluid-structure interactions.

[0153] Fin couplers 120a and 120b are separate from base 106 and transducers 104a-c. It should be understood as a functional element. The fin couplers 120a and 120b are based 106 and transducers 104a~c may be separate, and fin couplers 120a and 12 0b is not coupled to one or more of the transducers 104a~c and base 106. In some cases, the element may not be connected to any of them. In this configuration, The couplers 120a and 120b have base 106 and transducers 104a~c connected to fin 108a and Unlike the way in which the movement of fin 108b is affected, the movement of fins 108a and 108b is affected It is possible.

[0154] For the purposes of this specification, a fin coupling assembly comprises at least one fin (108a and / or 108b) are connected to at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) This is an assembly that is joined together. Embodiments in which more fin couplers and fins are joined. This is intended. For example, in the embodiment, the fin coupler assembly is, for example, two (120a and 120b, as shown in the figure, by 3, 4, 5, 6 or more fin couplers It has two fins (108a and 108b) joined together. In a further embodiment, The fin coupler assembly has coupling elements used to connect fins to the fin coupler. These coupling elements can be either fins and / or fin couplers. Alternatively, they may be formed as components of both, or the entire fin coupler assembly may be formed as They may be shaped as follows: Examples of connecting elements include recesses, tabs, pins, threaded fittings, brazing, and soldering. This may include segments, fasteners, adhesives, etc., for use by welding, or by welding. ru.

[0155] The base 106 is the base of the fin sensor 102 to which the fins are attached. The movement of fins 108a and 108b can be restricted. In this embodiment, base 106 is It has an opening in which fins 108a and 108b are located, and fins 108a and 108b are located on the upper side of base 106 It has 53 and lower 155 elements.

[0156] In this embodiment, the base 106 acts as an element of the conduit, and the sides of the base 106 (In some cases, the lower side 155 in the illustrated embodiment) is exposed to the fluid flowing through the conduit 110 during operation. As such, it is conformal to the conduit.

[0157] In the embodiment, the base 106 may be a plate or may have a plate. In the embodiment, the plate is smaller than the thickness of the material defining the wall of the conduit 110 or The plate may have a large thickness (or hardness). In this embodiment, the plate is The plate may be thicker in certain parts and thinner in other parts. For example, The center of the plate may be thinner than the region where the plate is joined to the conduit, relative to the cross axis 131. Even if the center of the plate is thinner than the edge of the plate adjacent to the conduit 110 at the intersecting axis 131 Often, the center of the plate relative to the intersecting axis 131 is adjacent to the conduit 110 on the intersecting axis 131. The plate may be thicker than the edge of the plate, and the thickness of the plate is adjacent to the conduit at the intersecting axis 131. Increase or decrease from at least the edge of the plate to the center of the plate along the intersecting axis 131 It may have a grade that follows one of the others, and so on. In the embodiment, the thickness of the plate is changed. Instead, the material can be changed, allowing for softer and harder areas of the plate. Any relationship in the plate disclosed with respect to thickness and thinness is such that the hardness And flexibility (depending on the material, in some cases) is intended. Plate thickness Changing (or the flexibility of) the forces at the vertical axis 151 allows for better net cancellation. It can be done.

[0158] The base coupler 116 is necessary for coupling the base 106 to the environment in which the fin sensor 102 is being used. It is a basic element. For example, a base coupler 116 is used to connect the base 106 of the fin sensor 102 to the flow. It can be connected to a position where it is measured, for example, to the conduit 110. The base coupler 116 is base The base 106 can be joined to the conduit along the outer circumference of 106. The base 106 can be, for example, fused By one or more of the following: bonding, brazing, adhesive bonding, or mechanical fitting, in the art The base coupler 116 may be coupled in any known manner. In one embodiment, The base 106 may be formed as an integral component with the base coupler 116.

[0159] The balance rib 118 partially restricts the deflection of the base 106 at a specific location on the base 106. It is an element that. The balance rib 118 can be an elongated member. The balance rib 118 is , constructed from a material having sufficient rigidity to limit motion such as vibration and / or oscillation. This can be done. The balance rib 118 is a fin on the vertical axis 151 relative to the conduit 110. This can help eliminate the net movement of sensor 102. The balance rib 118 is the base It may be coupled to one or more of 106, conduit 110, and base coupler 116. The balance rib 118 is directly coupled to at least one of the fins 108a and 108b. However, in other embodiments, the balance rib 118 is not coupled to the fins 108a and 108b. This is also fine. In various embodiments, the balance rib 118 is positioned at several locations along the base 106. For example, along the base including at least the center of the base 106, along a portion of the flow axis 141 At a position along the base 106, such as representing a part of the center of the base 106 on the intersecting axis 131, It may be coupled to the base 106. In this embodiment, the balance rib 118 extends over the length of the base 106. It can extend or substantially extend, and the length of base 106 may be the base The total length of the base 106 or the length of the base 106 not limited by the base coupler 116. The coupling 116 is equidistant from the portion of the fin that protrudes through the base 106 along the intersecting axis 131. It may be coupled to the base plate at the position located at [location]. In some cases, along the intersecting axis 131 By arranging the balance rib 118 between the fin protrusions at an equidistant distance from the protrusions, The balance rib 118 is located on the edge of the base 106 or on the base 106 where the base 106 is not restricted. Force the fin to rotate along the point of rotation at a point on the edge or substantially nearby. This is possible. This is because the fin does not have net vertical axis movement 151, and therefore around This can be made so that the structure does not have a reactive movement.

[0160] In the embodiment, if the balance rib 118 is symmetrical along this length around the center line 198 The balance rib 118 has a center line 198 that represents the center of the longest length of the balance rib 118. It is possible. In Figure 1, it is shown as a dashed line visible on the surface, but the center line may vary depending on the case. The center of mass in each cross-section is defined by the planes of the intersecting axis 131 and the vertical axis 151. It is located inside the balance rib 118. In this embodiment, the balance rib 118 has a center line 198 The fin sensor 102 is coupled so as to be parallel or substantially parallel to the flow axis 141. Yes, it is possible. In this embodiment, the balance rib 118 is uniform along the flow axis 141 around the center line 198. It can have a certain thickness. In another embodiment, the balance rib 118 is along the flow axis 141 The thickness varies around the center line 198, and / or along the flow axis 141 itself within the intersecting axis 131. It can have a thickness that varies. For example, in this embodiment, the center line 198 is the center The thickness of at least one end of the balance rib 196 within the intersecting axis 131 is centered on the center line 198. The thickness may be greater than the thickness of the central portion of the balance rib 197 within the intersecting axis 131. Another embodiment So, at least one end of the balance rib 196 within the intersecting axis 131 centered on the center line 198 The thickness is greater than the thickness of the central part of the balance rib 197 within the intersecting axis 131 centered on the center line 198. It's okay if it's small.

[0161] An embodiment is intended in which a balanced base assembly is formed. The semblage may include at least a base 106 and a balance rib 118. In the configuration, the balanced base assembly further includes fins 108a and 108b. It is possible. Furthermore, the base 106 is as shown in Figure 3 and as generally described herein. It can be configured to be a variable base 306. In this embodiment, this balanced base The assembly may be a component of the fin sensor 102.

[0162] Transducers 104a-c drive and / or measure the movement of fins 108a and 108b. It is an element that does this. Three transducers are shown in the figure, but any number of transducers A transducer can be used. In the embodiment shown in Figure 1, the upstream transducer 1 04a measures the upstream vibration of the relative motion between the first fin 108a and the second fin 108b. It is a smart transducer. In the embodiment shown in Figure 1, the drive transducer 104b is a smart transducer. A projection that functions as a driver and is located in the center of the projection 114a of the first fin 108a and / or The segment of projection 114a and the projection 114b or projection 114b located in the center of the second fin 108b It is a transducer that vibrates the segment, and its central position is along the flow axis 141. This is the central position of the fin. In other embodiments, the drive transducer acts as a driver. The fin 104b can drive the base 106, or more of the fins 108a and 108b It can drive fewer or more. In another embodiment, drive transducer Sa 104b is located inside base 106 and is part of one or more of base 106 and / or F At least one of 108a and 108b can be vibrated. The implementation shown in Figure 1. In this configuration, the downstream transducer 104c is located between the first fin 108a and the second fin 108b. This is a sensing transducer that measures downstream vibrations of a counter-motion. It transmits through the fins and / or Alternatively, to bring about the mass flow rate of the fluid flowing around the fins, between the upstream and downstream vibrations The phase difference or time delay of the drive transducer can be measured. In another embodiment, the drive transducer The command signal from the user 104b is used instead of the vibration response measured upstream or downstream, or In addition, it can be used to determine the phase difference. Transducers 104a~c are Furthermore, it can be used in conjunction with known techniques to determine density and / or viscosity. It can be used to drive and acquire measurements. These measurements can be combined Combining these can result in volumetric flow rates. The methods for determining these are as follows: It is well known in the technical field.

[0163] In this embodiment, transducers 104a to 104c are coupled to fin protrusions 114a and 114b. This is also fine. The fin protrusions 114a and 114b are different segments for coupling transducers. It may have a segment. For example, in this embodiment, each of 114a and 114b has three segments. It may have a segment, and in some cases the segment may be between the fin protrusions 114a and 114b They have complementary surfaces that face each other. Each of the transducers 104a to c has a fin projection 1 Corresponding segments 14a and 114b (corresponding segments may be within the intersecting axis 131) They may be coupled to one of the (facing each other) transistors. In this embodiment, three transistors Suducers 104a~c may be aligned with each other within the flow axis 141 (at least Finsens (If 102 is not operating). In this embodiment, transducers 104a to c are fins On the side of base 106 opposite to the side of base 106 having the immersed portions 108a and 108b Fins 108a and 108b may be coupled at their respective positions.

[0164] In various embodiments, the fin couplers 120a and / or 120b are located on the immersion side 342 or the outside 3 Fins 108a and / or 108b can be coupled at 44. For example, in this embodiment The fin coupler connects the fin protrusions 114a and 114b, for example, By joining the segments representing the protrusions 114a and 114b, the fin 10 is formed on the outside. 8a and 108b are coupled. Fin couplers 120a and / or 120b are connected to transducer 10 Below the region 155 on fins 108a and / or 108b to which one or more of 4a~c are connected It may be coupled to a fin at a position 153 above. In this embodiment, the fin The coupler 120a and / or 120b is connected to the fin 108a of the transducer 104a~c. At a position closer to the base 106 than the position on 108b, the outer 344 of the base 106 It is coupled to the fins. In the embodiment, the fin couplers 120a and / or 120b are transformers Deucers 104a-c are located on fins 108a and / or 108b to which they are bonded more than base 106. In close proximity, it is coupled to the fins 344 on the outside of the base 106. Fin coupler 120a and / or 120b is coupled to fins 108a and / or 108b at the outer 344 of base 106 In the embodiment, the fin couplers 120a and / or 120b may be located outside the fluid flow. The in-couplers 120a and / or 120b may affect the flow profile and / or It is possible to reduce the likelihood of being susceptible to erosion and / or corrosion. It can be resolved. The fin couplers 120a and / or 120b are located on the outside 344 of the base 106. In embodiments where the fins 108a and / or 108b are coupled, the fin coupler 120a and / or 120b can still induce mode splitting, and / or still This allows for more curl to be induced in OOP mode.

[0165] The meter electronic equipment 112 is a set of electronic logic circuits that determine flow characteristics from flow measurement values. The meter electronic equipment 112 is not shown in Figure 1, but the configuration and coupling method of the meter electronic equipment The law is well known in the relevant art. The meter electronic device 112 is a logical circuit representing a processing element. Logic circuits representing paths and memory, logic circuits for sending and receiving data, and sensors, drivers A communication connection for coupling with computing devices, other meter electronic devices 112, etc. It can have a combination. The meter electronic device 112 stores in memory by the processor. The command is executed to send a drive signal, (for example, the upstream transducer 104a (Receives sensor data from a detection transducer such as the downstream transducer 104c) and determine the flow characteristics and / or the raw data or determined data to an external controller It can be transmitted to a metering device or sensor, etc. Meter electronic equipment 112 For example, it determines and / or transmits data representing mass flow rate, density, volumetric flow rate, etc. It can be used for the following. The meter electronic equipment 112 uses the drive transducer 104b. This is used to drive fins 108a and 108b at different frequencies, phases, and / or in different modes. It can be configured to drive or transmit commands to move. In one embodiment, The meter electronic equipment 112 may be coupled to the base 106 or fins 108a and 108b, in the case Depending on the configuration, it may be coupled to the outside 344 of the base 106. In another embodiment, the meter electronics The device 112 may be an external device to the fin sensor 102. The meter electronic equipment 112 is shown in Figure 4. This may also be an embodiment of the computer system 400.

[0166] In the embodiment, one, any combination of, or all of the electronic elements are outside the fluid flow. The electronic element may also be located outside the base. Includes one, any combination, or all of 4a-104c and / or meter electronic equipment 112. It is possible.

[0167] The flow axis 141 is the overall direction of the expected flow of the fluid within the conduit, and the flow axis 141 is , perpendicular to the intersecting axis 131 and the vertical axis 151. In a straight conduit, this axis represents the line of fluid flow. It may be defined by the center of the inside of the conduit along it. The upstream direction 143 is along the flow axis 141 The upstream direction is defined as the direction in which the fluid flows. The downstream direction 145 is along the flow axis 141. It is defined as the downstream direction in which a fluid flows.

[0168] The vertical axis 151 is the internal cross-section of the base 106 and the conduit 110 when the conduits are joined (same as the entire conduit). The vertical axis 151 is a line that bisects the center point of the cross-section (which has a certain inner diameter), and the flow axis 141 and It is perpendicular to the intersecting axis 131. The upward direction 153 is along the vertical axis 151 from the center of the conduit 110 to the base 106. It is defined as the direction of the downward direction 155, from the base 106 to the center of the conduit 110 along the vertical axis 151. It is defined as a direction toward.

[0169] The intersecting axis 131 is parallel or substantially parallel to the base 106 (if the base is curved). (The line may be parallel to the line representing the average distance of the base 106 from the center of the conduit 110), the fluid flow This is an axis perpendicular to the above, and the intersecting axis 131 is perpendicular to the flow axis 141 and the vertical axis 151. First direction Directions 133 and 135 are opposite directions along the intersecting axis 131. In the illustrated embodiment, Direction 133 is defined by the vertical axis 151 and the intersecting axis 131 from a viewpoint facing the downstream direction 145. When viewing the cross-section of the conduit 110, the direction of the conduit 110 can be considered to be to the left. The quasi-axis appears to be based on the fin sensor 102 and the flow through it, but the direction And when described in relation to the reference axis, the disclosed actuals of specific elements of the fin sensor meter The configuration simply refers to the relative position, connection, arrangement, and configuration of those elements of the fin sensor 102. And to show it separated from the overall flow passing through it, a solitary object with a directional and reference axis Please understand that it can be considered as an established element. For example, Balance Rib 118 If the thickness changes along the flow axis, that change affects the balance rib 118 itself in the figure. This may only apply to the flow or the flow sensor 102, and may not generally apply to the flow or the flow sensor 102. The disclosed embodiments of the fin sensor 102 and its elements are mainly, for example, during manufacturing or The relative position, coupling, arrangement, and configuration of the fin sensor 102 when it is not subjected to flow during installation. Please understand the relationship between these criteria for achieving success.

[0170] Figures 2A to 2C show perspective views of embodiments of fin coupling assemblies 200a to 200c. Fin coupling assemblies 200a to 200c are the fin coupling assemblies disclosed in the description of Figure 1. This can be an embodiment. The images shown do not have to be to scale, and may differ. It should be understood that embodiments with relative dimensions are intended. For clarification, see Figures 2A-2A. For a specific viewpoint in Figure 2C, a reference with a reference direction and reference axis is shown. Figure 2A shows an embodiment of a fin coupling assembly 200a having a rod-shaped fin coupling 220a. A perspective view is shown. The rod-shaped fin coupler 220a is a fin coupler (120a and 120b) This can be an embodiment. For the purposes of this specification, the fin coupling assembly is less At least one fin (108a and / or 108b) is connected to at least one fin coupler (120a It is an assembly that is coupled to and / or 120b). The rod-shaped fin coupler 220a is a fin This can be an embodiment of the fin coupler 120a or 120b.

[0171] Figure 2B shows an embodiment of a fin coupler assembly 200b having a strip-shaped fin coupler 220b. A perspective view of the configuration is shown. The strip-shaped fin coupler 220b is connected to the fin coupler 120a and / Alternatively, embodiment 120b may be used. In an alternative embodiment, the flat portion of the strip The minutes are defined, for example, by the intersecting axis 131 and the flow axis 141 when there is no flow in the conduit. It may be parallel to the plane, and may be parallel to the plane defined by the vertical axis 151 and the intersecting axis 131. It may have, or it may have a spirally twisted portion. In another embodiment, The lip-shaped fin connector 220b may have at least one tapered end. For example, The strip-shaped fin coupler 220b has an upstream 143 end and One or more of the downstream ends of the 145 are aligned with the flow axis 141 of the strip-shaped fin coupler 220b. The cross-sectional area in the plane defined by the vertical axis 151 and the intersecting axis 131 at the central position is greater than the cross-sectional area in the plane. Having a smaller cross-sectional area in the plane defined by the vertical axis 151 and the intersecting axis 131 It may also be tapered. For example, the vertical axis 151 and flow of the strip-shaped fin coupler 220b The cross-section in the plane defined by the axis 141 is defined by the upstream end 143 and the downstream end 145 of the cross-section. In one or more of the cross-sections, within the vertical axis 151, at least one central part within the cross-sectional flow axis 141 It can be even narrower than a minute.

[0172] Figure 2C shows an implementation of a fin coupling assembly 200c having a brace bar-shaped fin coupling 220c. A perspective view of the morphology is shown. The brace bar-shaped fin connector 220c is connected to the fin connector 120a and This can be the embodiment of 120b. The curve 204c of the brace bar-shaped fin coupler 220c is The brace bar-shaped fin connector 220c is positioned at different locations on the corresponding surfaces of fins 108a and 108b. They may be connected between the same positions. For example, brace bar-shaped fins. The connector 220c is a second connector to which the same brace bar-shaped fin connector 220c can be connected. It is coupled to a position on the first fin 108a that is above 153 on the corresponding surface position of fin 108b. And the second fin 108b to which the same brace bar-shaped fin connector 220c can be attached. It is coupled to a position on the first fin 108a located upstream 143 of the corresponding position on the surface, etc. It can be one or more of the following.

[0173] In the embodiments shown in Figures 2A to 2C, regardless of shape or structure, the fin coupler 120a and Either / or 120b, fin 108a and It should be understood that each of the following can be joined to bi / or 108b.

[0174] Figure 3 shows a fin sensor 302 with a variable base 306 in a balanced base assembly. This is a cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a flow sensor system 300 having the vertical axis 151. This is a cross-section in a plane defined by the intersecting axis 131. The flow sensor system 300 is The variable base 306, the first fin 308a, the second fin 308b, the immersion side 342, and the outer side 344 It may have a fin sensor 302. Flow sensor system 300, fin sensor 302, possible The variable base 306, the first fin 308a, and the second fin 308b are the fin sensors shown in Figure 1, respectively. System 100, fin sensor 102, base 106, first fin 108a, and second fin 108b This can be an embodiment. The variable base 306 has a first rigid portion 310 and a second rigid portion It may have a 312 and a flexible portion 314. The reference direction and axis correspond to the diagram in Figure 3. The images shown do not necessarily have to be to scale and may have different relative dimensions. Please understand that this is an intended embodiment.

[0175] In the illustrated embodiment, the flexible portion 314 is the center of the variable base 306 (variable at the cross axis 131). The first and second rigid portions 310 and 312 of the variable base 306 are located in the center of the base 306. The variable base 306 is located on the side of the variable base 306 near where it connects to the conduit. Various embodiments Then, the transition between the flexible portion 314 and the rigid portions 310 and 312 is from the center of the variable base 306 The hardness of each of the first and second sides of the variable base 306 is increased up to the respective edges. The transition may be smooth in that respect, or the transition may be from the center of the variable base 306 to the variable base With increasing hardness within the block up to the respective edges of each of the first and second sides It will be understood that this can happen in stages. In the embodiment, the flexible part is made thinner, and the rigid part By making the portion thicker, in some cases it may be possible to cut out a part of the base 106. Alternatively, by forming the base 106 as various bases 306 of various thicknesses, flexibility The difference between flexibility and hardness can be enhanced. In another embodiment, flexibility and hardness are hardness Parts 310 and 312 are harder, and part 314 is softer, along the intersecting axis 131. It can be changed by the use of materials or alloys. The balance rib 118 is a variable base 3 It can be coupled to the variable base 306 at the center of the intersecting axis 131 of 06, and the balance rib 118 The length is along, or substantially along, the flow axis 141 (in this figure, along the intersecting axis 131 and (It is not visible within the plane representing the vertical axis 151).

[0176] As shown in the figure, with the balance rib 118 connected to the variable base 306, the flexible portion 314 This can represent the area around the balance rib 118. If there are no balance ribs 118, 314 As shown in the diagram, it will be understood that this does not necessarily represent separate flexible parts (rose The rib 118 can add rigidity when coupled to the sensor 302. Embodiment So, the portion of the variable base 306 between the two fins 108a and 108b (along the intersecting axis 131) is, Variable between each of the fins 108a and 108b (at the cross axis 131) and the edge of the variable base 306 The flexible portion 314 and the rigid portion may be softer than the base 306 portion. 310 and 312 have at least one of the fins 108a and 108b close to the cross axis 131. In this configuration, the balance rib 118 is formed by coupling to the edge of the variable base 306. It is possible.

[0177] Embodiments in which the variable base 306 does not have balance ribs 118, and in which the fin sensor 102 is variable Embodiments are intended in which the balance rib 118 does not have a base 306. For example, embodiments The thickness and material are consistent (the plate's bonding with the environment, such as the conduit 110, is not consistent). It is possible to have a base 106 that has uniform characteristics on its own (with fluctuations), and still And it can have a balance rib 118. In this embodiment, the base 106 is a uniform thin A plate is also acceptable.

[0178] In this embodiment, the base 106 has a thin edge relative to the surface regions of the two opposing surfaces. It is a substantially flat member. One of the two surfaces is characterized as the immersion side 342 surface. The side opposite the immersion side 342 may be called the outer side 344. The fins 108a and 108b and / or the base 106 are exposed to the fluid being measured. This represents the side of the base 106. The outer side 344 has fin protrusions 114a and 114b, depending on the case. This represents the surface of the base 106 that can be coupled to the transducer.

[0179] In the embodiment, the fin protrusions 114a and 114b may have segments, In some cases, when the fin sensor 302 is assembled, the opening of the base 106 They pass through and protrude in each case. In this embodiment, transducers 104a to c have fin protrusions 114a and may be coupled to 114b. The fin protrusions 114a and 114b couple the transducer It may have different segments for doing so. For example, in the embodiment, 114a and 114b Each can have three segments, and the segments may be FI The transducers 104a to 104b have complementary surfaces that face each other between projections 114a and 114b. Each corresponds to the corresponding segment of the fin protrusions 114a and 114b (the corresponding segment is in the field Depending on the circumstances, it may be connected to one of the two (facing each other within the intersecting axis 131). In this configuration, the three transducers 104a to c may be aligned with each other within the flow axis 141. (At least when the fin sensor 102 is not operating). In this embodiment, transform Deuces 104a-c are located at the outer 344 of the base 106, with fins 108a and 108b It may be combined with

[0180] Figure 4 shows a block diagram of an embodiment of the computer system 400. In this embodiment, The computer system 400 includes meter electronic equipment, for example, meter electronic equipment 112. This is possible. In various embodiments, the computer system 400 is an application-specific integrated circuit or It may be configured as such, or it may have separate processor and memory elements, The `sasser` element processes commands from memory elements and stores data in the memory elements. The computer system 400 may be a separate physical system, a virtual machine, and Alternatively, it may be established in a cloud computing environment.

[0181] The computer system includes a processor 410, memory 420, input / output 430, and communication connections. It may have a combiner 440. The memory 420 may include, for example, a drive module 422, a signal module It can store and / or have integrated circuits representing the line 424 and the processing module 426. In various embodiments, the computer system 400 is integrated into the elements described. , or other computers communicating with or in addition to the computer elements described It may have elements such as a bus, other communication protocols, etc.

[0182] The processor 410 is a data processing element. The processor 410 is a central processing unit, a specific application. Integrated circuits for applications, other integrated circuits, analog controllers, graphics processing units, feed A programmable gate array, any combination of these or other common processing elements It can be any element used in any process. Processor 410 processes the data It may have a cache memory for storage. The processor 410 is as specified herein We can benefit from the method, because the method improves the resolution of the computation and is presented as This is because the structure of the present invention can be used to reduce the errors in those calculations.

[0183] Memory 420 is an electronic storage device. Memory 420 is an arbitrary non-temporary storage medium. Often, hard drives, solid-state drives, volatile memory, integrated circuits, and fields Programmable gate array, random access memory, read-only memory, Dyna Mixed random access memory, erasable programmable read-only memory, electrically erasable One or several of the following: decomposable programmable read-only memory, cache memory, etc. Or it may include all of them. Processor 410 executes commands from memory 420, Data stored in memory can be used.

[0184] The computer system 400 includes a drive module 422, a signal module 424, and / or It is configured to store any data used by the processing module 426. This can be done to the drive module 422, signal module 424, and / or processing module 426. Therefore, any amount of historical data representing any received or used parameter is stored in memory. It can be stored in 420. The computer system 400 also displays the determination of any intermediate. Any data is stored in memory 420, and in some cases, when the data was acquired or determined. It can be stored along with the timestamp it represents. Drive module 422, signal module Module 424 and processing module 426 are shown as three separate and distinct modules. However, in this specification, any any that work in cooperation to achieve the methods expressed herein The number (which may be one or three as specified) and the various modules are intended. Yes, they are.

[0185] The drive module 422 sends a driver signal to vibrate the elements of the sensor assembly. This is a module that transmits to the lanced transducer (for example, the drive transducer 104b in Figure 1). The drive module 422 contains data representing commands for driving in various different modes. It can be configured to transmit. For example, the drive module 422 can transmit in IP mode. Configured to send data representing commands for calling and / or driving in OOP mode. It is possible to do so.

[0186] The signal module 424 receives sensor data, such as phase difference, time delay, and / or frequency. This is a module that receives data representing the wavenumber response. In the fin sensor 102, the signal module Joule 424 is connected to the upstream transducer 104a and the downstream transducer 104c. Wavenumber data can be received. The determination of the phase difference or time delay between frequencies is performed on the upstream side. Represented by the frequency data of transducer 104a and downstream transducer 104c. ru.

[0187] The processing module 426 determines the behavior of the fin sensor 102 and / or the fin sensor This module outputs data related to 102. Processing module 426 is a signal module. The flow characteristics can be determined from the data received by L424. For example, processing mode Joule 426 uses methods known in the art to determine the phase difference or time Delayed data can be used to calculate the mass flow rate of the fluid. In the embodiment, processing Module 426 exhibits a time delay or phase (when compared to another transducer signal). The drive signal from drive module 422 can be used as the signal from which the difference is derived. The processing module 426 also processes the frequency data received by the signal module 424. The fluid density can be derived. The processing module 426 also uses the signal module 424 to The flow fluid viscosity can be derived from the received frequency and / or phase data. ru.

[0188] The processing module 426 may, in some cases, achieve one or more of the desired frequencies or phase differences. The driver is driven by driving a closed or open feedback loop to achieve this. It can be further configured to determine the mode and / or frequency to drive. Once the data command representing the drive mode to be performed is determined, the processing module 426 performs this A command is sent to the drive module 422 to drive, for example, the drive transducer 104b. It can send commands to drive the driver circuit, among other things.

[0189] The capabilities of the drive module 422, the signal module 424, and the processing module 426 are presented. This reflects the intended method and execution of the flowchart described herein. All methods described herein are intended with respect to each flowchart and its explanation. All methods of the drive module 422, signal module 424, and processing module 426 and The ability is the sequence of steps presented, which will be meaningful to those skilled in the art in the context of this specification, and other Any order of these is contemplated for the purposes of any method claim following this description.

[0190] The input / output 430 is used to connect the computer system 400 to an external element in a communicative manner. It is a device used for various purposes. The 430 inputs / outputs are, for example, Universal Serial Bus, ProLink, etc. Using known technologies such as real-time communication and serial advanced technology attachments, computers The system 400 can be connected to an external element. The input / output 430 connects to the communication coupler 440. It can have. The communication coupler 440 connects the computer system 400 to the computer system External components of the M400, for example, external computing devices, sensors, transducers (for example) Used to couple with transducers 104a~c), other sensor assemblies, etc. .

[0191] [flowchart] Figures 5-9 show the fin coupling assembly, the balanced base assembly, and the fins. To manufacture and use embodiments of combinations of coupling and balance-type base assemblies A flowchart of an embodiment of the method is shown. The method disclosed in the flowchart This is not exhaustive and merely illustrates potential embodiments of the steps and sequence. The method involves, for example, a base 106 (e.g., a variable base 306), fins 108a and 108b, and a balun. The ribs 118 and fin couplers 120a and 120b, as disclosed in the description of Figures 1 to 4. It must be interpreted in the context of the entire specification, including the elements.

[0192] Figure 5 shows an embodiment of method 500 for using the fin coupling assembly of the fin sensor 102. The flowchart of the state is shown. The method steps of method 500 are elements presented in other figures. Embodiments are presented, including references to the descriptions of other figures. All capabilities, structures, relative combinations, and arrangements of these elements disclosed in this description are hereby recognized. These steps are intended to be carried out.

[0193] Step 502 is driven by the drive transducer 104b, which is driven by the processing module 426. The first is to determine the data representing the vibration that should be performed. In the embodiment, the drive transformer The first drive unit, driven by the deucer 104b, operates in either IP mode or OOP mode. Or both. In this embodiment, the different phase mode is the fins 108a and 108b This is a mode in which the vibration frequencies are separated by 180°. Processing module 426 itself is the first The data representing the vibration may also be sent to the driver (for example, the drive transducer 104b). Alternatively, transmission may be performed via the drive module 422.

[0194] Step 504 represents the first vibration to be driven by the drive transducer 104b. This involves generating vibrations based on data.

[0195] Step 506 involves connecting the first fin 108a to the second fin 108b by at least one fin. The coupling 120a and / or 120b controls the movement of the first fin 108a relative to the second fin 108b. To at least partially restrict. In this embodiment, at least partially restricting means The movement of the free edge 199 of the first fin 108a is restricted with respect to the movement of the free edge 199 of the second fin 108b. It is possible. In the embodiment, at least partially limiting is at least one Fin couplers 120a and / or 120b are connected to the first fin in relation to the movement of the second fin 108b. This includes restricting the movement of the first fin 108a at any point where they meet. At least one fin coupler 120a and / or 120b is connected to any element of the base 106. Without directly restricting the movement, at least one fin coupler 120a and / or 120b is a base It is not coupled to the element of S106. In the embodiment, at least one fin coupler 120a and 120b does not directly restrict the movement of any of the elements of transducer 104a~c, At least one fin coupler 120a and / or 120b is an element of transducers 104a~c Not coupled to: all of the fins 108a and 108b and the fin couplers 120a and 120b. The methods of joining, the structure, and alternative arrangements are contemplated for this step.

[0196] Step 508 optionally involves signal module 424 or processing module 426 The goal is to receive data representing at least one sensor signal. The signal module 424 has a small number of options. In an embodiment where both receive data representing a single sensor signal, the signal module 424 receives this Data derived from information or data representing at least one signal from a signal module. The processing output can be transmitted to the processing module 426.

[0197] Step 510 optionally involves processing the fluid characteristics, such as mass flow rate, by the processing module 426. And / or to determine the density.

[0198] In the embodiment, each step of the method shown in Figure 5 is a separate step. Another embodiment Although shown as separate steps in Figure 5, steps 502 to 512 are separate steps It does not have to be a step. In other embodiments, the method shown in Figure 5 is all of the above steps. It is not necessary to have, and / or in addition to, or instead of, those listed above. It may have other steps. The steps of the method shown in Figure 5 may be performed in a different order. Good. A subset of the steps listed above as part of the method shown in Figure 5 are those It can be used to form its own method. The steps of method 500 are, for example, To maintain monitoring, loops continuously, or iterates any number of times in any combination and order. It can be reciprocated.

[0199] Figure 6 shows the practical application of Method 600 for using the balanced base assembly of the fin sensor 102. A flowchart of the implementation method is shown. The method steps of Method 600 are presented in other figures. Embodiments are presented, including references to the descriptions of elements and other figures. All capabilities, structures, relative connections, and arrangements of these elements disclosed in the diagram description are These steps are intended to be performed.

[0200] Step 602 controls the movement of fins 108a and 108b by the drive transducer 104b. It is about driving.

[0201] Step 604 restricts the movement of the base 106 in response to the drive by the balance rib 118. In this embodiment, the balance rib 118 is located in the center or substantially in the center of the base 106. The movement of the base 106 along the portion can be restricted, and the center can be fixed as the center of the cross axis 131. Step 604 is performed by ensuring that the movement of fins 108a and 108b is controlled from the center of the conduit to the sensor assembly. The fin sensor 102 does not generate net movement in the direction passing through the center of the yellowtail, providing balance. This results in the sensor assembly not moving relative to the connected support structure. In this embodiment, this is the center of the conduit, which may be defined along the vertical axis 151. Fins 108a and / or 108b and / or fins extending from the center of base 106 It is not necessary to provide the net motion of the sensor 102. In some embodiments, the Finsensor The fins 108a and 108b of sa 102 rotate around the respective center points of fins 108a and 108b. It will be understood that it can be rotated. In this embodiment, the balance rib 118 is on the base 106 The movement of the base 106 along the vertical axis 151 in the central part is at least partially restricted, The central portion is the part defined by the center of the intersecting axis 131. In this embodiment, the balance is B 118 is the part on the cross axis 131 to which the first fin 108a is attached or will be attached. The position on the 106 and the base 10 to which the second fin 108b is connected or will be connected The base 106 is at least partially restricted at positions between different positions on 6. In this configuration, the balance rib 118 is positioned on the cross axis 131 at the location of the first fin 108a and the second fin The movement of base 106 is at least partially restricted at positions equidistant from different positions of 108b. This may also be done. In this embodiment, the balance rib 118 is less than the base 106 parallel to the flow axis 141. In both cases, the movement of the base 106 along the straight section can be restricted at least partially. In this configuration, the balance rib 118 is located at the downstream 145 end of the base 106 and the upstream 143 end of the base 106. The movement of one or more of the parts is restricted to a size smaller than the center of the base 106. The movement can be restricted at least partially, and the center of the base 106 is within the flow axis 141. It is in the center of base 106. Alternatively, the balance rib 118 is at the downstream end 145 of base 106 and base - The movement of one or more of the upstream ends 143 of 106 is more restricted than that of the center of base 106. Thus, the movement of the base 106 can be restricted at least partially, and the center of the base 106 is , it is the center of the base 106 within the flow axis 141.

[0202] In the embodiment, each step of the method shown in Figure 6 is a separate step. Another embodiment Although shown as separate steps in Figure 6, steps 602-604 are separate steps It does not have to be a step. In other embodiments, the method shown in Figure 6 is all of the above steps. It is not necessary to have, and / or in addition to, or instead of, those listed above. It may have other steps. The steps of the method shown in Figure 6 may be performed in a different order. Good. A subset of the steps listed above as part of the method shown in Figure 6 are those It can be used to form its own method. The steps of method 600 are, for example, To maintain monitoring, loops continuously, or iterates any number of times in any combination and order. It can be reciprocated.

[0203] Figure 7 shows an embodiment of method 700 for manufacturing a fin coupler assembly for a fin sensor 102. A low chart is shown. The method steps of Method 700 are the elements and presented in other figures. Embodiments are presented, including references to the descriptions of other figures. All capabilities, structures, relative combinations, and arrangements of these disclosed elements are subject to these This is intended to perform the steps. In the embodiment, the fin coupler assembly is Combined with base 106 (e.g., variable base 306) and / or balance rib 118 to form a balanced base and fin coupling assembly. This is possible. In this embodiment, the fin coupler assembly is a component of the fin sensor 102. That's fine.

[0204] Step 702 is optionally to form first and second fins 108a and 108b. The manufacturing methods used to form these components are not known in the art. Any suitable manufacturing technology, such as molding, extrusion, and other methods, and / or These can be any combination of them. The fin coupler can be, for example, made of metal or composite material. It can be formed from materials, for example, by additive (3D printing) manufacturing, or by mechanical processing from a solid block. Machining of parts, fasteners, adhesives, welding, brazing, and any or any other It can be formed by assembly using combinations.

[0205] Step 704 is to install at least one fin coupler (e.g., first and second fin couplers) The purpose is to form 120a and / or 120b) to manufacture elements such as fin couplers. The manufacturing methods for these are well known in the art, such as molding, extrusion, and other methods. Yes, fin couplers are formed from, for example, metal, plastic, or other composite materials. It is possible. At least one fin coupler can be, for example, a rod, a strip, or The balance bar may be formed in various shapes. In the embodiment, at least one The fin coupler can be formed as a single component by fins 108a and 108b. A separate step to form fins 108a and 108b (as in step 702), and / or Alternatively, a separate step of coupling at least one fin coupler to fins 108a and 108b Eliminate the need. In the embodiment, at least one fin coupler is at least one fin The fin coupler is connected to fins 108a and 108b, for example, one of at least one fin coupler or One or more configured to bind more easily and / or more effectively at both ends They may be formed by the connecting elements. In another embodiment, of the fins 108a and 108b One or more of these facilitates the connection of at least one fin coupler with fins 108a and 108b. / or may be formed by binding elements to bond more effectively. In this configuration, at least one fin coupler and both fins 108a and 108b are small At the very least, in order to connect one fin coupler to fins 108a and 108b, corresponding to each It may have or complementary bonding elements. In the embodiment, at least one Fi The fin coupler can be 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or any other number of fin couplers. Good. In the embodiment, at least one fin 108a and / or 108b and at least One or more of the other fin couplers 120a and / or 120b, at least one fin 108a and / or 108b and at least one fin coupler 120a and / or 120b They may be formed by connecting elements configured to facilitate joining between them.

[0206] Step 706 connects at least one fin coupler to the first and second fins 108a and 108b. The goal is to combine one or more of fins 108a and 108b and at least one fin In embodiments in which the fin coupler has coupling elements, at least one fin coupler and fin 108a and 108b may be joined in and / or by the joining element. any joining method, e.g., welding, brazing, 3D printing, soldering, adhesive bonding, plus Tick ​​molding or melting, complementary physical or mechanical connectors (e.g., screws), into recesses The fitting of the components is taken into consideration. In this embodiment, the fin coupler 120a is coupled to the base 106. Alternatively, a position closer to the free edge 199 of fin 108a than the edge of fin 108a to be joined. In this embodiment, the fins are coupled to the fin 108a. It is coupled to fins 108a and 108b. In this embodiment, the first fin coupler 120a is coupled to the second fin coupler 120a. The fin coupler 120b can be coupled to at least one location along the flow axis 141 They may be joined at at least one position that is or will be at a different point.

[0207] Step 708 optionally involves the drive module 422, the signal module 424, and / or processing module. Meter electronic equipment 11 stores and / or executes one or more of the logic modules 426. The goal is to constitute 2.

[0208] Step 710 is optional: to connect fins 108a and 108b to base 106. In the configuration, fins 108a and 108b are arranged so that fins 108a and 108b are immersed in the fluid flow. The immersion portion is configured as shown, and fin protrusions 1 project from the side of the base 106 opposite the immersion portion. It protrudes through the opening of the base 106 so as to have 14a and 114b.

[0209] In the embodiment, each step of the method shown in Figure 7 is a separate step. Another embodiment Although shown as separate steps in Figure 7, steps 702-710 are separate steps It does not have to be a step. In other embodiments, the method shown in Figure 7 is all of the above steps. It is not necessary to have, and / or in addition to, or instead of, those listed above. It may have other steps. The steps of the method shown in Figure 7 may be performed in a different order. Good. A subset of the steps listed above as part of the method shown in Figure 7 are those It can be used to form its own method. The steps of method 700 are, for example, To maintain monitoring, loops continuously, or iterates any number of times in any combination and order. It can be reciprocated.

[0210] Figure 8 shows an embodiment of method 800 for manufacturing a balanced base assembly of a fin sensor 102. The flowchart is shown. The steps of Method 800 are the elements presented in other diagrams. This is presented by embodiments including references to the descriptions of other figures. All capabilities, structures, relative combinations, and arrangements of these elements explicitly disclosed are as follows: These steps are intended to be performed. In the embodiment, a balanced base assembly Bri manufactures combined balanced base and fin coupling assemblies. It may be manufactured using one or more fin couplers 120a and / or 120b. In this configuration, the balanced base assembly may be a component of the fin sensor 102.

[0211] Step 802 optionally involves transducers 104a-c, the first and second fins 108a and 108b, meter electronics 112, balance rib 118, base coupler 116, and the first and second The objective is to form the fin couplers 120a and 120b. The manufacturing methods used are established in the relevant technical field, such as 3D printing and molding. This includes the combination of individually formed components.

[0212] Step 804 is to form at least one base 106. The base 106 is its A flat or substantially flat member with little to no thickness over a larger surface area In some embodiments, the base 106 may be formed thinly and / or various Alternatively, it may be formed with uniform hardness. For example, the base 106 is the center (intersection) of the variable base 306. The center of the differential axis 131 is not harder than the edge (of the variable base 306 on the cross axis 131). Therefore, it can be formed as a variable base 306. This variable is (at the intersecting axis 131) The variable base 306 has a center (along the intersecting axis 131) that is thinner (less material) than the edges. This is achieved by forming the base 106 by molding to generate a variable base 306. This is possible. In another embodiment, the variable is made by removing a portion of the base 106, and in some cases When cut, the center (along the horizontal axis 131) is thinner than the edge (of the variable base 306 within the cross axis 131). This can be achieved by using a variable base (with less material) as base 106. In another embodiment, the base 106 is such that the center of the variable base 306 (along the intersecting axis 131) is (intersecting axis 131) Different materials along the cross axis 131 so as to be softer than the edges of the variable base 306 within the differential axis 131. It is composed of materials, and the base may be a variable base 306.

[0213] Step 806 is to form the balance rib 118. The balance rib 118 is an elongated part It can be used as a material, and at least to some extent, the base using any standard manufacturing method. Made from any material known in the art that is sufficient to limit the movement of 106. This can be done. In this embodiment, the balance rib 118 is located on at least one axis. If it is symmetrical along the length, for example, symmetrical with respect to the intersecting axis 131 with respect to the center line 198. In some cases, the balance rib 118 has a center line 198 that represents the center of the longest length of the balance rib 118. The balance rib 118 may have the length of the center line 198 and around the center line 198. It can have various thicknesses. For example, in this embodiment, the intersection centered on the center line 198 The thickness of at least one end of the balance rib 118 within the difference axis 131 is centered on the center line 198. It may be greater than the thickness of the central portion of the balance rib 197 within the intersecting axis 131. In another embodiment This is the thickness of at least one end of the balance rib 118 within the intersecting axis 131 centered on the center line 198. The thickness is less than the thickness of the central part of the balance rib 197 within the intersecting axis 131 centered on the center line 198. You can sear it.

[0214] Step 808 is to connect the balance rib 118 to the base 106. Balance rib 118 It may be connected to the base at the central position of the base on the intersecting axis 131, and in some cases The elongated portion may be joined along or substantially along the flow axis 141. Base 1 06 has fins 108a and 108b bonded to base 106, or bonded to base 106 In embodiments having fins 108a and 108b, the balance rib 118 is connected The base 106 may be coupled between the fins 108a and 108b, and in some cases the cross axis 1 31 may be coupled between fins 108a and 108b, and in some cases, the first fin 1 The position for joining or being joined to 08a and the position for connecting the second fin 108b along the intersecting axis 131 They may be joined at different positions and equidistant from each other for joining or being joined. The assembly formed when b 118 is coupled to base 106 (or variable base 306) is This can be considered as a balanced base assembly for the fin sensor 102. In this embodiment, The balance rib 118 is positioned such that the center line 198 is parallel or substantially parallel to the flow axis 141. It can be coupled to the fin sensor 102. In this embodiment, the balance rib 118 is the flow axis It can have a uniform thickness along 141 and around the center line 198. In another embodiment, The lance rib 118 has a thickness that varies along the flow axis 141 around the centerline 198 of the intersecting axis 131. This is possible. For example, in the embodiment, the balance within the cross axis 131 centered on the center line 198 The thickness of at least one end of the rib 118 is within the cross axis 131 centered on the center line 198. It may be greater than the thickness of the central portion of the rib 197. For example, in this embodiment, the center line 198 The thickness of at least one end of the balance rib 118 within the intersecting axis 131 centered on the center line 19 It may be smaller than the thickness of the central part of the balance rib 197 within the intersecting axis 131 centered on 8.

[0215] Step 810 optionally involves balancing the base assembly, with fins 108a and 108b (field Depending on the configuration, it may have a balance rib 118 between fins 108a and 108b on the base 106. Lance reducers 104a-c, meter electronics 112, base coupler 116, and / or first The fin sensor 102 is formed by coupling it with the second fin couplers 120a and 120b. In this embodiment, the fin protrusions 114a and 114b have segments. This can be done, and the segment may be based on the fin sensor 302 when it is assembled. They each protrude through the opening of S 106. In this embodiment, transducers 104a to 104c are Fin protrusions 114a and 114b may be coupled. Fin protrusions 114a and 114b are transform It may have different segments for connecting the deducers. For example, in the embodiment, Each of the fin protrusions 114a and 114b may have three segments. In some cases, the fin protrusions 114a and 114b have complementary surfaces that face each other. Each of the lanceducators 104a to c corresponds to the fin protrusions 114a and 114b. (The corresponding segments may face each other within the cross axis 131) They may be coupled. In this embodiment, the three transducers 104a to c are located within the flow axis 141. They may be aligned with each other (at least when the fin sensor 102 is not operating). In this embodiment, transducers 104a to 108b are the immersed portions of fins 108a and 108b. Fin 108a is located at a position on the side of the base 106 facing the side of the base 106 having and may be coupled to 108b. The meter electronic equipment 112 is connected to the base 106 or fin 108a and It may be bonded to 108b, or, in some cases, to the outer 344 of base 106.

[0216] In the embodiment, each step of the method shown in Figure 8 is a separate step. Another embodiment Although shown as separate steps in Figure 8, steps 802-810 are separate steps It does not have to be a step. In other embodiments, the method shown in Figure 8 is all of the above steps. It is not necessary to have, and / or in addition to, or instead of, those listed above. It may have other steps. The steps of the method shown in Figure 8 may be performed in a different order. Good. A subset of the steps listed above as part of the method shown in Figure 8 are those It can be used to form its own method. The steps of method 800 are, for example, To maintain monitoring, loops continuously, or iterates any number of times in any combination and order. It can be reciprocated.

[0217] Figure 9 shows the manufacturing process for the balanced base and fin coupling assembly of the fin sensor 102. A flowchart of an embodiment of Method 900 is shown. The method steps of Method 900 are shown in other figures. Embodiments are presented, including references to the elements presented and to other figures. And all the capabilities, structures, relative connections, and other aspects of these elements disclosed in the descriptions of the other figures. The arrangement is intended to perform these steps. In the embodiment, the balun The U-shaped base assembly may be a component of the fin sensor 102.

[0218] Step 902 optionally involves transducers 104a-c, the first and second fins 108a and 108b, meter electronic equipment 112, base coupler 116, and first and second fin couplers 120a and 120b. Manufacturing method used to form these components The law is established in the relevant technical field, for example, 3D printing, molding, individually formed This includes things like combining constituent elements.

[0219] Step 904 is to form at least one base 106. The base 106 is its A flat or substantially flat member with little to no thickness over a larger surface area In some embodiments, the base 106 may be formed thinly and / or various Alternatively, it may be formed with uniform hardness. For example, the base 106 is the center (intersection) of the variable base 306. The center of the differential axis 131 is not harder than the edge (of the variable base 306 on the cross axis 131). Therefore, it can be formed as a variable base 306. This variable is (at the intersecting axis 131) The variable base 306 has a center (along the intersecting axis 131) that is thinner (less material) than the edges. This is achieved by forming the base 106 by molding to generate a variable base 306. This is possible. In another embodiment, the variable is made by removing a portion of the base 106, and in some cases When cut, the center (along the horizontal axis 131) is thinner than the edge (of the variable base 306 within the cross axis 131). This can be achieved by using a variable base (with less material) as base 106. In another embodiment, the base 106 is such that the center of the variable base 306 (along the intersecting axis 131) is (intersecting axis 131) Different materials along the cross axis 131 so as to be softer than the edges of the variable base 306 within the differential axis 131. It is composed of materials, and the base may be a variable base 306.

[0220] Step 906 is to form the balance rib 118. The balance rib 118 is an elongated part It can be used as a material, and at least to some extent, the base using any standard manufacturing method. Made from any material known in the art that is sufficient to limit the movement of 106. This can be done. In this embodiment, the balance rib 118 is located on at least one axis. If it is symmetrical along the length, for example, symmetrical with respect to the intersecting axis 131 with respect to the center line 198. In some cases, the balance rib 118 has a center line 198 that represents the center of the longest length of the balance rib 118. The balance rib 118 may have the length of the center line 198 and around the center line 198. It can have various thicknesses. For example, in this embodiment, the intersection centered on the center line 198 The thickness of at least one end of the balance rib 118 within the difference axis 131 is centered on the center line 198. It may be greater than the thickness of the central portion of the balance rib 197 within the intersecting axis 131. In another embodiment This is the thickness of at least one end of the balance rib 118 within the intersecting axis 131 centered on the center line 198. The thickness is less than the thickness of the central part of the balance rib 197 within the intersecting axis 131 centered on the center line 198. You can sear it.

[0221] Step 908 is to connect the balance rib 118 to the base 106. Balance rib 118 It may be connected to the base at the central position of the base on the intersecting axis 131, and in some cases The elongated portion may be joined along or substantially along the flow axis 141. Base 1 06 has fins 108a and 108b bonded to base 106, or bonded to base 106 In embodiments having fins 108a and 108b, the balance rib 118 is connected The base 106 may be coupled between the fins 108a and 108b, and in some cases the cross axis 1 31 may be coupled between fins 108a and 108b, and in some cases, the first fin 1 The position for joining or being joined to 08a and the position for connecting the second fin 108b along the intersecting axis 131 They may be joined at different positions and equidistant from each other for joining or being joined. The assembly formed when b 118 is coupled to base 106 (or variable base 306) is This can be considered as a balanced base assembly for the fin sensor 102. In this embodiment, The balance rib 118 is positioned such that the center line 198 is parallel or substantially parallel to the flow axis 141. It can be coupled to the fin sensor 102. In this embodiment, the balance rib 118 is the flow axis It can have a uniform thickness along 141 and around the center line 198. In another embodiment, The lance rib 118 has a thickness that varies along the flow axis 141 around the centerline 198 of the intersecting axis 131. This is possible. For example, in this embodiment, a small portion of the balance rib 118 centered on the center line 198 Even if not, the thickness of the intersecting axis 131 at one end is within the balance rib 197 centered on the center line 198. It may be greater than the thickness of the intersecting axis 131 in the central part. For example, in this embodiment, the center line 198 is The thickness of at least one end of the balance rib 118 within the central cross axis 131 is equal to the center line 198. It may be smaller than the thickness of the central portion of the balance rib 197 within the central cross axis 131.

[0222] Step 910 involves at least one fin coupler (e.g., first and second fin couplers) The purpose is to form 120a and / or 120b) to manufacture elements such as fin couplers. The manufacturing methods for these are well known in the art, such as molding, extrusion, and other methods. Yes, there are. Fin couplers can be formed from, for example, metal or other composite materials. At the very least, one fin connector can be used as, for example, a rod, strip, or brace bar. They may be formed in various shapes. In one embodiment, at least one fin coupler is Fins 108a and 108b can be formed as a single part, (step 702) A separate step of forming fins 108a and 108b, and / or at least 1 This eliminates the need for a separate step to connect the two fin couplers to fins 108a and 108b. In the embodiment, at least one fin coupler is a fin coupler 108a and 108b, for example, by one or both ends of at least one fin coupler By one or more binding elements configured to connect easily and / or more effectively They may be formed as follows. In another embodiment, one or more of the fins 108a and 108b are less Even without one fin coupler, fins 108a and 108b can make it easier and / or more effective. They may be formed by bonding elements to bond effectively. In yet another embodiment, At least one fin coupler and both fins 108a and 108b are at least one fin To connect the fin couplers to fins 108a and 108b, corresponding or complementary ones It may have coupling elements. In the embodiment, at least one fin coupler may have two There may be three, four, five, six, or any other number of fin couplers.

[0223] Step 912 connects at least one fin coupler to the first and second fins 108a and 108b. The goal is to combine one or more of fins 108a and 108b and at least one fin In embodiments in which the fin coupler has coupling elements, at least one fin coupler and fin 108a and 108b may be joined in and / or by the joining element. any joining method, for example, welding, brazing, soldering, adhesive bonding, plastic molding. Shape or melting, complementary physical or mechanical connectors, etc., are considered.

[0224] Step 914 is to bond fins 108a and 108b to base 106. Fin 108a And 108b may be joined to the base 106 in any way, for example, by molding. Formed to bond, weld or braze, and other known methods in the art Therefore, they may be joined. In this embodiment, the base 106 has fin protrusions 114a and 114b protruding from it. Openings that can be exposed, and standard joining methods such as adhesive bonding, welding, and brazing. It has a bond established by [the organization / organization].

[0225] Step 916 optionally involves balancing the base assembly, with fins 108a and 108b (field Depending on the configuration, it may have a balance rib 118 between fins 108a and 108b on the base 106. Lance reducers 104a~c, meter electronics 112, and / or base coupler 116 are coupled. The fin sensor 102 is formed by doing so. In this embodiment, the fin projection 114 a and 114b may have segments, and the segments may, in some cases, When the sensors 302 are assembled, they each protrude through the openings in the base 106. In this configuration, transducers 104a-c may be coupled to fin protrusions 114a and 114b. The fin protrusions 114a and 114b have different segments for coupling transducers. They may have. For example, in the embodiment, each of the fin protrusions 114a and 114b is three It may have segments, and the segments may optionally have fin protrusions 114a and 114b They have complementary surfaces facing each other. Each of the transducers 104a to c is a fin The corresponding segments of projections 114a and 114b (the corresponding segments may be intersecting axes) It may be coupled to one of the (facing each other within 131). In this embodiment, three Lance deucers 104a~c may be aligned with each other within the flow axis 141 (at least, fins (If sensor 102 is not operating). In this embodiment, transducers 104a to 104c are The side of base 106 facing the side of base 106 having the immersed portions of 108a and 108b Fins 108a and 108b may be coupled at positions located on the surface.

[0226] This specification includes all reasonable sequences, taking into account the necessary order of specific steps. An alternative order of these steps is being considered. For example, if fin couplers 120a and 120b are fin The fins 108a and 108b are coupled to the base 106. These may be performed in any order relative to each other. Also, the balanced base assembly is The fin coupling assembly may be formed before, during, or after it is formed.

[0227] In the embodiment, each step of the method shown in Figure 9 is a separate step. Another embodiment Although shown as separate steps in Figure 9, steps 902 to 916 are separate steps It does not have to be a step. In other embodiments, the method shown in Figure 9 is all of the above steps. It is not necessary to have, and / or in addition to, or instead of, those listed above. It may have other steps. The steps of the method shown in Figure 9 may be performed in a different order. Good. A subset of the steps listed above as part of the method shown in Figure 9 are those It can be used to form its own method. The steps of method 900 are, for example, To maintain monitoring, loops continuously, or iterates any number of times in any combination and order. It can be reciprocated.

[0228] [Comparison] Figures 10-11 illustrate the specific effects of embodiments of the applicant's features presented herein. This shows a comparison.

[0229] Figure 10 shows a fin coupler 120a driven in in-phase (IP) mode and out-of-phase (OOP) mode. A comparison of embodiments of the fin sensor 102 with and without 120b is shown. Fin sensors 102a and 102b do not have fin couplers 120a and 120b, respectively. , and an embodiment of the fin sensor 102 having. Comparison 1000 is a first row 1042 and a second It has row 1044, the first image 1052, the second image 1054, the third image 1056, and the fourth image 1058. do.

[0230] The first row 1042 is an image representing a fin sensor 102a without fin couplers 120a and 120b. The row is such that the first row 1042 has the first image 1052 and the second image 1054. 52 shows an embodiment of the fin sensor 102a without fin couplers 120a and 120b. Sensor 102a is driven in in-phase mode. The second image 1054 is driven in out-of-phase mode. An embodiment of the fin sensor 102a is shown. At point 1055, the different-phase mode fin is almost It can be seen that it does not show much curl and remains essentially flat. In-phase mode and out-of-phase mode There is almost no frequency separation between them, both are driven by the same force, and their response frequencies are It will be understood that they approach essentially the same value. This lack of separation between vibration modes is the driving This is intended to result in a coupling between the mode and the natural mode, which may lead to calibration and measurement errors. This could potentially impure the excitation shape.

[0231] The second row 1044 is an image representing a fin sensor 102b having fin couplers 120a and 120b. The row is such that the second row 1044 has the third image 1056 and the fourth image 1058. This shows an embodiment of a fin sensor 102b having fin couplers 120a and 120b. Sensor 102b is driven in in-phase mode. The second image 1054 shows a sensor driven in out-of-phase mode. An embodiment of the fin sensor 102b having fin couplers 120a and 120b is shown. Point 1059 Furthermore, the out-of-phase modes exhibit considerable curl, with larger amplitude, frequency, and phase resolution. It can be seen that this generates power. This is because both are driven by the same force, resulting in in-phase and out-of-phase modes. This generates considerable frequency separation between modes, and the fin sensor 102b in different phase modes is effective in this regard. In this configuration, it generates a frequency 20% higher than the frequency generated by the in-phase mode. This frequency separation between phase modes and out-of-phase modes is at least between in-phase modes and out-of-phase modes. This can limit the coupling between them, potentially allowing for better measurement and calibration. The increase in volume, in some cases, is similar to that of a typical Coriolis mass flow meter, as seen in the fin sensor 102b. This allows the fins to bind well to the fluid medium and induce a Coriolis response. can.

[0232] Figure 11 shows the case with and without the balance rib 118 in the non-deformed and deformed positions. A comparison of the fin sensor 102 embodiments is shown. Fin sensors 102c and 102 d is an embodiment of the fin sensor 102 having and not having a balance rib 118, respectively. Yes. Comparison 1100 is the first row 1142, the second row 1144, the first image 1152, and the second image 1154. It also includes a third image 1156 and a fourth image 1158.

[0233] The first row 1142 is a row of images representing a fin sensor 102c that does not have a balance rib 118, The first row 1142 has the first image 1152 and the second image 1154. The first image 1152 is a balance An embodiment of the fin sensor 102c without the rib 118 is shown, and the fin sensor 102c is non-deformable. It is in the position. The second image 1154 shows a fin sensor without a balance rib 118 in a deformed position. An embodiment of 102c is shown. At points 1155a and 1155b, the rotation of fins 108a and 108b The pivot point can be seen to be located at the edge of the base 106. The resulting motion of the sensor assembly This generates net motion in the direction of the vertical axis 151 via the sensor assembly, pulling the unbalanced The sensor assembly is moved relative to the support structure to which the fin sensor 102c is coupled. It will be understood that this is the case.

[0234] The second row 1144 is a row of images representing the fin sensor 102d having a balance rib 118, and the Row 1144 of row 2 has a third image 1156 and a fourth image 1158. The third image 1156 is balance An embodiment of the fin sensor 102d having a rib 118 is shown, and the fin sensor 102d is in a non-deformable position The fourth image 1154 shows an embodiment of the fin sensor 102d having a balance rib 118. The fin sensor 102d is in a deformed position. At points 1159a and 1159b, the fin 108a and It was found that the axis of rotation of fin 108b is located at the connection point between fins 108a and 108b and base 106. The resulting movement of fins 108a and 108b passes through the center of the sensor assembly. The linear axis 151 does not generate net motion, provides balance, and the fin sensor 102d is coupled to it. It will be understood that the sensor assembly should not be moved relative to the support structure. In the embodiment, This may not provide net movement of the fin (or fork) in the vertical direction. In some embodiments, the fins 108a and 108b of the fin sensor 102d are such that fin 108a Rotating around the respective center points of 108b (at 1159a and 1159b, respectively) It will be understood that this is possible.

[0235] Figure 12 shows the outside 344 of the base 106 driven in in-phase (IP) mode and out-of-phase (OOP) mode. Implementations of the fin sensor 102 with and without fin couplers 120a and 120b A comparison of the state 1200 is shown. Fin sensors 102e and 102f are fin couplers 120a and 12 These are embodiments of the fin sensor 102 that do not have 0b and have 0b, respectively. Comparison 1200 is The first row 1242, the second row 1244, the first image 1252, the second image 1254, and the third image 1256. , and has a fourth image 1258.

[0236] The first row 1242 is an image representing a fin sensor 102e without fin couplers 120a and 120b. The row is such that the first row 1242 has the first image 1252 and the second image 1254. 52 shows an embodiment of the fin sensor 102a without fin couplers 120a and 120b. Sensor 102a is driven in in-phase mode. The second image 1254 is driven in out-of-phase mode. An embodiment of the fin sensor 102a is shown. At point 1255, the different-phase mode fin is almost It can be seen that it does not show much curl and remains essentially flat. In-phase mode and out-of-phase mode There is almost no frequency separation between them, both are driven by the same force, and their response frequencies are It will be understood that they approach essentially the same value. This lack of separation between vibration modes is the driving This is intended to result in a coupling between the mode and the natural mode, which may lead to calibration and measurement errors. This could potentially impure the excitation shape.

[0237] The second row 1244 is an image representing a fin sensor 102b having fin couplers 120a and 120b. The row is such that the second row 1244 has the third image 1256 and the fourth image 1258. The third image 1256 This shows an embodiment of a fin sensor 102b having fin couplers 120a and 120b. Sensor 102b is driven in in-phase mode. The second image 1254 shows a sensor driven in out-of-phase mode. This shows an embodiment of the fin sensor 102b having fin couplers 120a and 120b. Since both are driven by the same force, a considerable frequency separation is created between the in-phase mode and the out-of-phase mode. In this embodiment, the fin sensor 102b in the opposite phase mode is generated by the same phase mode. It generates a frequency 20% higher than the frequency being generated. This frequency is between the common-mode and the out-of-mode mode. Number separation can at least limit coupling between in-phase and out-of-phase modes, and latent This allows for better measurement and calibration. Increased curl is sometimes typical. Similar to a Coriolis mass flow meter, the fin sensor 102b ensures that the fins are well coupled to the flow medium. This can make it possible to induce a Rioli response.

[0238] The above detailed description of embodiments applies to all instances in which the present invention is assumed to be within the scope of this description. This is not a comprehensive description of the embodiments. In fact, those skilled in the art will see that certain elements of the embodiments described above may vary. These can be combined or excluded to form further embodiments, We acknowledge that further embodiments such as these fall within the scope of this description and teaching. The embodiments described above may be combined in whole or in part to cover the scope of this description and It will also be apparent to those skilled in the art that additional embodiments can be formed within the scope of the teaching. When the phrase "and / or" is used, the words "and" and "or" are used. Embodiments to which one or more of these apply are entirely construed and disclosed for the purposes of this specification. It should be interpreted as such.

[0239] Therefore, although specific embodiments are described herein for illustrative purposes, related technical aspects As any person skilled in the art will recognize, various equivalent modifications are possible within the scope of this description. The teachings provided in this book apply not only to the embodiments described above and shown in the attached drawings, but also to vibrations. This can be applied to other methods and apparatus for determining the vibration response parameters of elements. Therefore, the scope of the embodiments described above should be determined from the following claims. That is the case.

Claims

1. A fin sensor (102) having a base (106), wherein the base is a first fin (1 The fin sensor (102) is coupled to the fin (08a) and the second fin (108b), and the fin sensor (102) is coupled to the fin At least two transducers (104a and 104b) coupled to (108a and 108b) The first fin (108a) further comprises at least one fin coupler (120a and A fin sensor coupled to the second fin (108b) by / or 120b).

2. The at least one fin connector (120a and / or 120b) is a rod-shaped fin connector The fin sensor (102) according to claim 1, which is a combiner (220a).

3. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is a brace bar (220 c) The fin sensor (102) according to claim 1.

4. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is a strip-shaped fin A fin sensor (102) according to claim 1, which is a fin coupler (220b).

5. The strip-shaped fin connector (220b) has at least one tapered end, The fin sensor (102) according to claim 4.

6. The strip-shaped fin connector (220b) is One or more of the upstream (143) end and the downstream (145) end are connected to the strip-shaped fin. The vertical axis (151) and cross axis (220b) are located at a more central position along the flow axis (141) of the combiner (220b) The cross-sectional area in the plane defined by 131) is greater than the vertical axis (151) and the intersecting axis ( It is tapered to have a smaller cross-sectional area in the plane defined by 131), The fin sensor (102) described in requirements 4 and 5.

7. The vertical axis and the flow axis of the strip-shaped fin coupling (220b) are defined The cross-section in the plane is the flow between the upstream (143) end and the downstream (145) end of the cross-section. The upstream (143) end of the cross-section is greater than at least one central portion within the axial (141) And one or more of the downstream (145) ends are narrow in the vertical axis (151), claim 4 and The fin sensor (102) described in 5.

8. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the fin (108a The fins (108a and 108b) at substantially the same position on the corresponding surface of 108b) A fin sensor (102) according to any one of claims 1 to 7, which connects the two.

9. The fins (108a and 108b) are positioned along the flow axis (141) and the vertical axis (151). Therefore, when placed in the same or substantially the same position within the defined plane, the less Each fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is parallel to the cross axis (131) Fin sensor according to any one of claims 1 to 8, arranged to have the same configuration （102）。

10. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the fin (108a The following is described in any one of claims 1 to 6, which is coupled to each of the different positions of 108b) Fin sensor (102).

11. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the fin (108a and / or 108b) at least one of the lowest (155) and highest (143) elephants At least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b) represented by the limit portion In the region of one surface or projection region, of the fins (108a and / or 108b) A fin sensor (102) according to any one of claims 1 to 10, coupled to at least one of the fin sensors (102 ）。

12. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the fin (108a and / or 108b) at least one of the lowest (155) and lowest (145) elephants At least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b) represented by the limit portion In the region of one surface or projection region, of the fins (108a and / or 108b) A fin sensor (102) according to any one of claims 1 to 10, coupled to at least one of the fin sensors (102 ）。

13. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the fin (108a and / or 108b) at least one of the lowest (155) and highest (143) corners At least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b) represented by the part In the surface region or projection region, at least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b) A fin sensor (102) according to any one of claims 1 to 10, which is coupled to at least one other.

14. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the fin (108a and / or 108b) at least one of the lowest (155) corners and the lowest (145) corners At least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b) represented by the corner of ) In a region of one surface or projection region, of the fins (108a and / or 108b) A fin sensor (102) according to any one of claims 1 to 10, which is coupled to one or more of the following.

15. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the fin (108a Represented by a 1 / 9 portion of the center of at least one of the following (and / or 108b): Region or projection of at least one face of the fins (108a and / or 108b) In this, at least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b) is coupled , the fin sensor (102) according to any one of claims 1 to 10.

16. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is located in the vertical axis (151) The central 1 / 3 portion and the upper part of at least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b) The region or projected region defined by one-third of the flow (143), In the region of at least one surface of the fins (108a and / or 108b), At least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b) is coupled, claims 1 to 10 A fin sensor (102) as described in any one of the items.

17. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is located in the vertical axis (151) The central 1 / 3 portion and below at least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b) The region or projected region defined by one-third of the flow (145), In the region of at least one surface of the fins (108a and / or 108b), At least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b) is coupled, claims 1 to 10 A fin sensor (102) as described in any one of the items.

18. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the fin (108a The upper (153) 1 / 3 portion of at least one of the (108b) and / or the upstream (143) The fin is represented by a region or projected region defined by 1 / 3 of the fin. In the region of at least one surface of (108a and / or 108b), the fin (1 Any of claims 1 to 10, which is coupled to at least one of 08a and / or 108b) A fin sensor (102) as described in item 1.

19. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the fin (108a The upper (153) one-third portion of at least one of the (108b) and the downstream (145) The fin is represented by a region or projected region defined by 1 / 3 of the fin. In the region of at least one surface of (108a and / or 108b), the fin (1 Any of claims 1 to 10, which is coupled to at least one of 08a and / or 108b) A fin sensor (102) as described in item 1.

20. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the fin (108a The lower (155) 1 / 3 portion of at least one of the (108b) and the upper (143) The fin is represented by a region or projected region defined by 1 / 3 of the fin. In the region of at least one surface of (108a and / or 108b), the fin (1 Any of claims 1 to 10, which is coupled to at least one of 08a and / or 108b) A fin sensor (102) as described in item 1.

21. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is below the vertical axis (151). One-third of the side (155) and at least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b) Represented by a region or projection region defined by one-third of the downstream (145) portion. in the region of at least one surface of the fins (108a and / or 108b) , coupled to at least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b), claim 1 A fin sensor (102) as described in any one of items 10 to 10.

22. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the fin sensor To increase the axial stiffness of the immersed element of (102), the first fin (108a) and the fin according to any one of claims 1 to 21, which is coupled to the second fin (108b) Sensor (102).

23. The fins (108a and 108b) protrude through the opening in the base (106) It has projections (114a and 114b), and the transducers (104a and 104b) are the The fin projections (114a and 114b) are coupled to the fins (108a and 108b), A fin sensor (102) as described in any one of items 1 to 22.

24. The base (106) has an immersion side (342) and an outer side (344), and the fin projection (114 a and 114b) protrude outward (344) through the base (106), as in claim 23. The fin sensor (102) described above.

25. The fin protrusions (114a and 114b) have corresponding segments, and the corresponding segments Claim 24, where the ment is a segment that is at least partially aligned within the intersecting axis (131) The fin sensor (102) described above.

26. The transducers (104a and 104b) each transmit to two corresponding segments. A fin sensor (102) according to claim 24, which is coupled to the fin sensor (102).

27. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the base (106) Coupled to the fins (108a and 108b) on the outside, according to any one of claims 1 to 26 The fin sensor (102) described above.

28. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) has the fin projection (1 It is coupled to at least one fin projection (114a or 114b) of 14a or 114b, A fin sensor (102) according to any one of claims 23 to 26.

29. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the at least one The segment of the fin projection (114a or 114b) of the according to claims 25 and 26. Fin sensor (102).

30. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the fin (108a The coupling between (and 108b) and the at least two transducers (104a and 104b) The part is coupled to the fins (108a and 108b) at a position below (155) the part, as per claim 1. A fin sensor (102) as described in any one of items 29.

31. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the transducer Prior to the position on the fin (108a and / or 108b) where the ser (104a-c) is attached. At a position close to the base (106), the fin (1) on the outside (344) of the base (106) A fin sensor (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 30, coupled to 08a and 108b) 2）。

32. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the base (106) Rather than the transducers (104a-c) to which the fins (108a and / or 1) are coupled, 08b) The fins on the outer side (344) of the base (106) at a position close to the above position A fin sensor according to any one of claims 1 to 30, coupled to (108a and 108b) （102）。

33. The fin protrusions (114a and 114b) have corresponding segments, and the corresponding segments Claim 1, wherein the ment is a segment that is at least partially aligned within the intersecting axis (131) A fin sensor (102) as described in any one of items 32.

34. The transducers (104a and 104b) each transmit to two corresponding segments. A fin sensor (102) according to claim 33, which is coupled to the fin sensor (102).

35. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the first fin coupler (120a) and a second fin coupler (120b), wherein the first fin coupler (120a) is The second fin connector (120b) is above the position where it is coupled to the fins (108a and 108b) Any of claims 1 to 34, coupled to the fins (108a and 108b) at the flow position. A fin sensor (102) as described in item 1.

36. The detection transducer (104a) is such that the drive transducer (104b) is such that the Upstream, coupled to the fins (108a and 108b) A fin sensor (102) according to any one of claims 1 to 35.

37. Claims 1 to 36, wherein the base (106) is a variable base (306) having various hardnesses. A fin sensor (102) as described in any one of the items.

38. The variable base (306) has a flexible central portion and the variable base The center and the edge have a hard portion at the edge of the (306), and the front of the cross axis (131) The fin sensor (102) according to claim 37, which is the center and edge of the variable base (306).

39. Claims 37 and 38, wherein the variable base (306) is thinner in the center than at the edge. The fin sensor (102) described above.

40. The variable base (306) has a material composition that changes along the intersecting axis (131), The fin sensor (102) according to claim 39.

41. The variable base (306) and the central flexible material of the variable base (306) and the cross Claims 37 to 40, comprising the rigid material of the edge portion of the variable base (306) within the shaft (131) A fin sensor (102) as described in any one of the items.

42. A balance coupled to one or more of the base (106) and base coupler (116) The base (106) is further provided with a rib (118), the balance rib (118) being located in the central part of the base (106) The movement of the base (106) along the vertical axis (151) is at least partially restricted. It is configured such that the central portion of the base (106) is defined by the center of the intersecting axis (131) The fin sensor (102) according to any one of claims 1 to 41, which is the part that is included.

43. The meter electronic equipment (112) further comprises the at least two transducers (104a) One of the components (104b) is a drive transducer (104b), and the meter electronic equipment is... (112) in one or more of the in-phase (IP) mode and out-of-phase (OOP) mode, the To drive the fins (108a and 108b), data representing the command is transmitted to the drive transde A F according to any one of claims 1 to 42, configured to transmit to a user (104b) Insensor (102).

44. One of the at least two transducers (104a and 104b) The sensor is a detection transducer (104a), and the meter electronic equipment (112) is controlled The sense transducer uses a feedback loop to maintain the drive mode. A fin sensor (102) according to claim 43, which receives signal data from a sensor (104a).

45. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) and the at least 1 At least one of the two fins (108a and / or 108b) is bonded. The coupling element has an element, and the coupling element is of the at least one fin coupler (120a and 120b) At least one of them is connected via the connecting element to the fin (108a and / or 108b) A configuration configured to be coupled to at least one of the following, as described in any one of claims 1 to 44. Mounted fin sensor (102).

46. The first fin coupler (120a) has a coupling element, and the first fin (108a) is separate It has a connecting element (120b), and the connecting element is connected to the other connecting element. Any of claims 1 to 44, which is complementary to the other connecting element so as to be configured A fin sensor (102) as described in item 1.

47. The coupling element is a recess of the first fin (108a) according to claims 45 and 46. Fin sensor (102).

48. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the base (106) It is neither an element of the above nor an element of any of the at least two transducers (104a-c) , the fin sensor (102) according to any one of claims 1 to 47.

49. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the base (106) Unlike the way in which the movement of the fins (108a and 108b) is affected, and at least Also, two transducers (104a-c) influence the movement of the fins (108a and 108b). A method that influences the movement of the fins (108a and 108b) in a manner different from that described above, according to the claim. A fin sensor (102) as described in any one of items 1 to 47.

50. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the base (106) The claim is not coupled to any of the two transducers (104a-c) mentioned above. A fin sensor (102) as described in any one of items 1 to 49.

51. A fin sensor (102) having a base (106) and a balance rib (118), The base (106) is coupled to the first fin (108a) and the second fin (108b), and The fin sensor (102) has at least two fins (108a and 108b) coupled to it. It further has lance reducers (104a and 104b), and the balance rib (118) is the A fin sensor coupled to one or more of the base (106) and base couplers (116).

52. The balance rib (118) is aligned with a vertical axis (151) along the central portion of the base (106). The movement of the base (106) in the base is configured to be at least partially restricted, The central portion of the - (106) is the portion defined by the center of the intersecting axis (131). The fin sensor (102) described in item 51.

53. The balance rib (118) is located in the central portion of the base (106) The fin sensor (102) according to claim 52, which is coupled to 106).

54. The balance rib (118) is coupled to the central portion of the base coupler (116). The fin sensor (102) according to claims 52 and 53.

55. The balance rib (118) is located on the vertical axis (151) of the fins (108a and 108b) Any of claims 52 to 54, configured to prevent at least partially net movement The fin sensor (102) described in item 1.

56. The balance rib (118) is connected to the first fin (108a) and the second fin (108b) A fin according to any one of claims 51 to 55, coupled between the base (106) Sensor (102).

57. The balance rib (118) is located on the intersecting axis (131) and the first fin (108a The position on the base (106) to which the second F Different positions on the base (106) to which the fin (108b) is attached or to which it will be attached. Any of claims 51 to 56, which is coupled to the base (106) at a position between the base and the position. The fin sensor (102) described in item 1.

58. The balance rib (118) is equidistant from the position on the intersecting axis (131) and from different positions. The fin sensor (102) according to claim 57, which is coupled to the fin sensor (102) according to claim 57.

59. The balance rib (118) has a center line (198) that is aligned with the flow axis (141 The base (106) is coupled to the base (106) so as to be parallel to the base, any one of claims 51 to 58. The fin sensor (102) described above.

60. The balance rib (118) is positioned on at least one axis, with respect to the center line (198). The fin sensor (102) according to any one of claims 51 to 58.

61. The balance rib (118) is located at the central portion of the balance rib (118) along the intersecting axis (131 The downstream (145) end of the balance rib (118) and the bar The balance rib (118) at one or both of the upstream (143) ends of the lance rib (118) The thickness of the cross axis (131) of the said, according to any one of claims 51 to 60. Fin sensor (102).

62. The balance rib (118) is located at the central portion of the balance rib (118) along the intersecting axis (131 The downstream (145) end of the balance rib (118) and the bar The balance rib (118) at one or both of the upstream (143) ends of the lance rib (118) The thickness of the cross axis (131) of the said, according to any one of claims 51 to 60. Fin sensor (102).

63. The system further comprises at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b), and the less Each fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is connected to the fins (108a and 108b) A fin sensor (102) according to any one of claims 51 to 62, which is coupled to the fin sensor (102) according to any one of claims 51 to 62.

64. Claims 51 to 63, wherein the base (106) is a variable base (306) having various hardnesses. A fin sensor (102) as described in any one of the items.

65. The variable base (306) has a flexible central portion and the variable base The center and the edge have a hard portion at the edge of the (306), and the front of the cross axis (131) The fin sensor (102) according to claim 64, which is the center and edge of the variable base (306).

66. The variable base (306) extends along the cross axis (131) from the edge of the variable base (306) The fins according to claims 64 and 65 are thinner in the center of the variable base (306). Nsa (102).

67. The variable base (306) has a material composition that changes along the intersecting axis (131), A fin sensor (102) according to any one of claims 64 to 66.

68. The variable base (306) consists of a central flexible material and a rigid edge along the intersecting axis (131). A fin sensor (102) according to claim 67, comprising the material.

69. The variable base (306) between the fins (108a and 108b) along the intersecting axis (131) The portion of the fins (108a and 108b) in the cross axis (131) is in front of each of them. The portion of the variable base (306) between the edge of the variable base (306) is softer than the portion of the variable base (306) A fin sensor (102) according to any one of claims 64 to 68.

70. The flexible portion (314) and the rigid portion (310 and 312) are the fin (108a and At least one of the (b)(108b) is located near the cross axis (131) and the balance It is formed by bonding to the edge of the variable base (106) rather than the rib (118). A fin sensor (102) according to any one of claims 64 to 69, which can perform the following:

71. At least one fin (108a and / or 108b) and at least one fin bond A method for manufacturing a fin coupling assembly having a vessel (120a and / or 120b), , the at least one fin (108a and / or 108b) is the at least one fin To form a fin coupling assembly that is coupled to the coupling (120a and / or 120b) Methods that include...

72. The coupling assembly includes the at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b ) is already bonded to at least one fin (120a and / or 120b) and formed The method according to claim 71, wherein the material is formed by molding.

73. Forming the fin coupling assembly means forming the fin coupling (120a) The fin coupler (120a) includes a base (106) and transducers (104a-c The method according to claims 71 and 72, which is different from the method described above.

74. Forming the fin coupling assembly Forming the fin (108a) of the at least one fin (108a and / or 108b) That thing, Fin coupler (120a) of at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) Any one of claims 71 to 73 further includes bonding the ) to the fin (108a) The method described in section [section number].

75. The fin connector (120a) is connected to the fin (108a) on the base (106). The position of the fin (108a) that is joined or will be joined is greater than the position of the fin (10 The fin coupler (120a) is positioned near the free edge (199) of 8a) and the fin (108a The method according to claim 74, comprising bonding to ).

76. The method described above is The first fin coupler of at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) 120a) is connected to both of the aforementioned fins (108a and 108b), The second fin coupler of the at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) The further includes coupling 120b) to both of the aforementioned fins (108a and 108b), The first fin coupler (120a) is coupled to the second fin coupler (120b). At least one of the points along the flow axis (141) is at or will be at different points. The method according to claim 71, wherein the members are joined at least at one position.

77. Forming the fin coupling assembly The at least one fin (108a and / or 108b) and the at least one fin A coupling element configured to facilitate coupling with the coupling devices (120a and / or 120b). Using the at least one fin (108a and / or 108b) and the at least This also includes forming one or more of the fin couplers (120a and / or 120b). The method according to claim 71.

78. The at least one fin (108a and / or 108b) is on the immersion side of the base (106) 342) The at least one fin coupler (120a and In part of (b / or 120b), the at least one fin coupler (120a and / or The method according to any one of claims 71 to 77, wherein is coupled to 120b).

79. The at least one fin (108a and / or 108b) is located on the outside of the base (106) (344) The at least one fin coupler (120a) that is present or will be present in (344) In part of and / or 120b) the at least one fin coupler (120a and / or The method according to any one of claims 71 to 77, wherein the other is coupled to 120b).

80. Forming a balance rib (118) and attaching the balance rib (118) to the base (106 ) and the base coupler (116) are coupled to one or both of the above, further comprising The method according to any one of claims 71 to 79.

81. The claim states that the base (106) is formed as a variable base (306) having various hardnesses. The method described in any one of paragraphs 71 to 80.

82. The at least one fin connector (120a and / or 120b) is a rod-shaped fin connector The method according to any one of claims 71 to 81, formed as a combiner (220a).

83. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is a brace bar (220 The method according to any one of claims 71 to 81, formed as c).

84. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is a strip-shaped fin The method according to any one of claims 71 to 81, formed as a coupling (220b).

85. Forming a base (106) and the base (106) and the fins (108a and 108b) The method according to claims 71 and 72, further comprising bonding to and .

86. The fins (108a and 108b) protrude through the opening in the base (106) Formed having projections (114a and 114b), and at least one transducer (104a and / or 104b) the fin projection (114a and 114b) the fin (108a The method according to claim 85, coupled with 108b).

87. The fin protrusions (114a and 114b) are formed by corresponding segments, and the corresponding The segment is a segment that is at least partially aligned with the intersecting axis (131), and the At least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is connected to the corresponding segment The method according to claim 86, wherein the fins (108a and 108b) are coupled to the fins.

88. The claim states that the base (106) is formed as a variable base (306) having various hardnesses. The method described in any one of paragraphs 85 to 87.

89. The variable base (306) is located at an angle such that the edge of the variable base (306) on the intersecting axis (131) is Furthermore, the central portion of the variable base (306) is softly formed, as described in claim 88. method.

90. The balance rib (118) is connected to one of the base (106) and the base coupler (116). The method according to claim 89, further comprising coupling to one or both of the above.

91. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the balance rib (118) to at least one position in the first direction (133) and the balance rib (118) The fins (108a and 108b) are coupled at at least one position in the second direction (135). The method according to claim 90.

92. Forming a meter electronic device (112) and transmitting the meter electronic device (112) Communicatively coupling to the SER (104a and / or 104b and / or 104c), The meter electronic equipment (112) has a processor and memory, and the memory is the The processor is configured to store commands and data for performing operations. To combine, The meter electronic equipment (112) is configured to operate in both in-phase and out-of-phase modes. 、 The method according to any one of claims 71 to 91, further comprising:

93. A method for manufacturing a balanced base assembly, To form the base (106), To form a balance rib (118), The balance rib (118) is connected to one of the base (106) and the base coupler (116). A method that includes joining one or both of the two.

94. The method according to claim 93, wherein the base (106) is formed as a variable base (306).

95. The variable base (306) is modified by changing the thickness of the variable base (306) during molding. Formed by cutting off a portion of the variable base (306), claim 94 Methods used.

96. The aforementioned thickness is such that the center of the variable base (306) is at the cross axis (131) of the variable base ( The method according to claims 94 and 95, wherein the material changes to become thinner than the edge of 306).

97. The variable base (306) has at least cross-sectional material in which the variable base (306) is composed. Formed by changing along the axis (131), any one of claims 94 to 96 Methods used.

98. Changing the material affects the edge of the variable base (306) on the intersecting axis (131). From the central material of the variable base (306), which is softer than the material of the part, to the variable base (3 The method according to claim 97, comprising comprising at least a part of 06).

99. Forming the balance rib (118) makes the balance rib (118) an elongated member. The method according to any one of claims 93 to 98, comprising forming by

100. The balance rib (118) is connected to the base (106) on the cross axis (131) The balance rib (118) is positioned at the central position of the base (106) The method according to any one of claims 93 to 99, comprising coupling with 6).

101. Connecting the balance rib (118) to the base (106) is the first fin (108a The position on the base (106) where the second fin is attached or will be attached (108b) is attached to or will be attached to different positions on the base (106) The position between the two includes connecting the balance rib (118) to the base (106), The aforementioned position and the aforementioned different position are on the intersecting axis (131), any one of claims 93 to 100 The method described in section [section number].

102. The first fin (108a) is connected or will be connected on the intersecting axis (131) The position on the base (106) and the second fin (108b) are connected or will be connected. The balance rib (118) is positioned between different positions on the base (106) The coupling to the base (106) is the position on the cross axis (131) and the different The method described in claim 101 includes connecting the balance rib (118) which is equidistant from the position. The method.

103. The balance rib (118) is connected to the base (106) and is parallel to the flow axis (141). Using the center line (198) of the balance rib (118), the balance rib (118) is moved The method according to any one of claims 93 to 102, comprising bonding to a base (106).

104. Forming the balance rib (118) means that the balance rib (118) is at least one The balance rib (118) is shaped so that it is symmetrical with respect to the center line (198) along the axis. The method according to claim 103, including the act of doing so.

105. Forming the balance rib (118) downstream (145) of the balance rib (118) One or more of the balance ribs, including the ends and the upstream (143) ends of the balance ribs (118). The thickness of the rib (118) along the intersecting axis (131) is the balance along the flow axis (141). The thickness of the central portion of the rib (118) at the intersecting axis (131) is smaller than the thickness of the intersecting axis (131) The method according to claim 104, further comprising forming a balance rib (118).

106. Forming the balance rib (118) downstream (145) of the balance rib (118) One or more of the balance ribs, including the ends and the upstream (143) ends of the balance ribs (118). The thickness of the rib (118) along the intersecting axis (131) is the balance along the flow axis (141). The thickness of the central portion of the rib (118) at the intersecting axis (131) is greater than the thickness of the intersecting axis (131) The method according to claim 104, further comprising forming a balance rib (118).

107. Forming fins (108a and 108b) and the fins (108a and 108b) on the base The following is a further comprising coupling to -(106) as described in any one of claims 93 to 106 method.

108. The method described above is To form at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b), The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is connected to the fin (108a The method according to claim 107, further comprising bonding to (108b).

109. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the balance rib (118) is coupled to the first fin (120a) in the first direction (133), and the at least One fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) extends from the balance rib (118) to the second The method according to claim 108, wherein the second fin (120b) is coupled in direction (135).

110. At least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b) is the balance rib (118) is coupled to the base (106) at a position in the first direction (133), and the position The position is such that, at the intersecting axis (131), the balance rib (118) is greater than the balance rib (118) Near the edge of the base (106) in the first direction (133) from ) the part of claims 107 to 108 The method described in either of the above terms.

111. At least one of the fins (108a and / or 108b) is the balance rib (118) is coupled to the base (106) at a position in the first direction (133), and the position The position is such that, at the intersecting axis (131), the balance rib (118) is greater than the balance rib ( Further away from the edge of the base (106) in the first direction (133) from 118), The method described in any one of paragraphs 107 to 108.

112. Forming a meter electronic device (112) and transmitting the meter electronic device (112) Communicatively coupling to the SER (104a and / or 104b and / or 104c), The meter electronic equipment (112) has a processor and memory, and the memory is the The processor is configured to store commands and data for performing operations. To combine, The meter power drives the fins (108a and 108b) in in-phase and out-of-phase modes. To configure a child device (112), The method according to any one of claims 107 to 111, further comprising:

113. Driven transistors to drive vibrations within the first fin (108a) and the second fin (108b) A method using a fin sensor (102) having a reducer (104b), wherein the first fin sensor (102) The fin (108a) and the second fin (108b) are coupled to the base (106), and the fins The sensor (102) has at least one sensing transducer (10) to receive response data. 4a) wherein the method comprises at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) Therefore, the movement of the first fin (108a) relative to the movement of the second fin (108b) is at least partially A method that includes restricting in part.

114. At least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) connects to the second fin (10 To at least partially restrict the movement of the first fin (108a) in relation to the movement of 8b), The movement of the free edge (199) of the first fin (108a) relative to the free edge (199) of the second fin (108b) The method according to claim 113, comprising at least partially limiting the

115. The vibration is driven by the drive transducer (104b) and the fin (10 The method according to claims 113 and 114, wherein 8a and 108b) are driven in out-of-phase (OOP) mode.

116. The aforementioned out-of-phase (OOP) mode is such that the first fin (108a) and the second fin (108a) are approximately 180° apart. The method according to claim 115, which represents the phase separation between the movements of 8b).

117. The second fin is connected by at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) To at least partially restrict the movement of the first fin (108a) relative to the movement of (108b). However, the movement of the second fin (108b) is affected by the at least one fin coupler (120a) The front of any site where the and / or 120b) is attached to the first fin (108a) Claims from 113, including at least partially restricting the movement of the first fin (108a) The method described in any one of paragraphs 116.

118. The at least one fin coupler (120a and / or 120b) is the base (106) Without directly restricting the movement of any of the elements, the at least one fin coupler (120a and Claims 113 to 117, wherein the element (106) is not bonded to the base (120b) The method described in any one of the items.

119. The method wherein the movement of the base (106) is controlled at least partially by the balance rib (118). The method according to any one of claims 113 to 118, further comprising restricting to a specific purpose.

120. Drive transformer for driving the vibration of the first fin (108a) and the second fin (108b) A method using a fin sensor (102) having a deucer (104b), wherein the first fin The fin (108a) and the second fin (108b) are coupled to the base (106), and the fins The sensor (102) has at least one sensing transducer (10) to receive response data. 4a) The fin sensor (102) has a balance rib (118), and the method is The balance rib (118) restricts the movement of the base (106) at least partially. A method that includes doing so.

121. The balance rib (118) restricts the movement of the base (106) at least partially. This involves the base (106) along the vertical axis (151) in the central portion of the base ( This includes at least partially restricting the movement of 106), wherein the central portion is the cross axis (131) The method according to claim 120, wherein the portion is defined by the center of

122. The balance rib (118) restricts the movement of the base (106) at least partially. This reduces the net movement of the fins (108a and 108b) along the vertical axis (151). The method according to claims 120 and 121, which includes preventing at least partial prevention.

123. The balance rib (118) restricts the movement of the base (106) at least partially. This is done to ensure that the net movement of the fin sensor (102) in the vertical axis (151) is at least The method according to claim 122, including partial prevention.

124. The movement of the base (106) is at least partially restricted on the cross axis (131) The base (106) to which the first fin (108a) is bonded or to which it will be bonded. The upper position and the second fin (108b) to be connected to or to the base The base (106) is at least partially positioned between different positions on the base (106) The method according to any one of claims 120 to 123, including limiting to

125. The movement of the base (106) is at least partially restricted on the cross axis (131) The movement of the base (106) is minimized at the position and at positions equidistant from different positions. The method according to any one of claims 120 to 124, including at least partially limiting it.

126. The movement of the base (106) is at least partially restricted parallel to the flow axis (141). The movement of the base (106) along at least the straight portion of the base (106) is minimized. The method according to any one of claims 120 to 125, including partially limiting the method.

127. Restricting the movement of the base (106) at least partially is the Movement of one or more of the downstream (145) end and the upstream (143) end of the base (106) The movement of the base (106) is limited to a size smaller than the center of the base (106). This includes at least partially restricting the center of the base (106) to the flow axis (141 The method according to claim 126, wherein the center of the base (106) is located within the ).

128. Restricting the movement of the base (106) at least partially is the Movement of one or more of the downstream (145) end and the upstream (143) end of the base (106) The movement of the base (106) is limited to a extent greater than the center of the base (106). This includes at least partially restricting the center of the base (106) to the flow axis (141 The method according to claim 126, wherein the center of the base (106) is located within the ).

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