SENSOR FOR IMAGING INSIDE EQUIPMENT
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1. A system for monitoring performance of a machine for detection of visible signs of failure, the system comprising:
- a machine enclosure housing a plurality of machine parts;
a visual conduit for providing a view of an interior of the machine;
an interface to the machine configured to receive images from the visual conduit; and
a repair network for linking the interface to a monitoring center that provides for the repair of problems with the machine.
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Abstract
A system for monitoring performance of a machine for detection of visible signs of failure, the system including: a machine enclosure housing a plurality of machine parts; a visual conduit for providing a view of an interior of the machine; an interface to the machine configured to receive images from the visual conduit; and a repair network for linking the interface to a monitoring center that provides for the repair of problems with the machine.
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1. A system for monitoring performance of a machine for detection of visible signs of failure, the system comprising:
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a machine enclosure housing a plurality of machine parts; a visual conduit for providing a view of an interior of the machine; an interface to the machine configured to receive images from the visual conduit; and a repair network for linking the interface to a monitoring center that provides for the repair of problems with the machine. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9)
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