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Ratiometric stud sensing

  • US 20050194959A1
  • Filed: 03/04/2004
  • Published: 09/08/2005
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/04/2004
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method of finding a feature behind a surface using a sensor having first and second plates, the method comprising the acts of:

  • moving the sensor and surface adjacent one another;

    measuring a first capacitance of a first capacitor including the first plate;

    measuring a second capacitance of a second capacitor including the second plate; and

    computing a ratio of the first and second capacitances.

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