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Machine component diagnostic system

  • US 4,658,638 A
  • Filed: 07/07/1986
  • Issued: 04/21/1987
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/08/1985
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. In a system for monitoring a machine having an internal circulating fluid and various replaceable, wearable components, such that the fluid is common to said wearable components, the process of monitoring the condition of circulating fluid to pinpoint malfunctioning components comprising:

  • (a) distributing a distinct trace element indicator material in close proximity to each wearable component;

    (b) establishing acceptable cumulative levels of indicators from all wearable components in said fluid;

    (c) sampling said fluid; and

    (d) analyzing said sample of said fluid by means capable of distinguishing between various indicators to detect the presence and changes in the amount of the particular indicator or indicators which signify a specific malfunctioning component.

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