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Method and apparatus for sensing the level of fluid with a container

  • US 6,370,951 B1
  • Filed: 05/24/2000
  • Issued: 04/16/2002
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/24/2000
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. An apparatus for sensing a level of a fluid within a container in combination with the container, the apparatus comprising:

  • a first cantilevered arm pivotally coupled to the container;

    a second cantilevered arm pivotally coupled to the first cantilevered arm;

    a first float carried by the first cantilevered arm;

    a second float carried by the second cantilevered arm; and

    a position sensing mechanism for sensing the relative positions of the first and second cantilevered arms and responsively determining the level of fluid within the container.

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