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Linear position sensor

  • US 20090140730A1
  • Filed: 12/02/2008
  • Published: 06/04/2009
  • Est. Priority Date: 12/03/2007
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A sensor for sensing a moveable object, comprising:

  • a housing defining first and second cavities;

    a wall separating the first and second cavities;

    at least one magnet positioned within the first cavity, the magnet generating a magnetic field, the magnet being adapted for movement in response to movement of the moveable object; and

    at least one magnetic sensor positioned within the second cavity, the magnetic sensor generating an electrical signal that is indicative of a position of the moveable object.

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