(124e) Unique Ultrasonic Measurement Solutions

Ultrasound technology is already well accepted for the determination of in-pipe flow rates.  GE Sensing and Fractionation Research Inc are presently performing R&D work to demonstrate other possibilities with this technology.  Efforts are underway to attempt to measure liquid entrainment (non-invasively) in the vapor product nozzle of an industrial size kettle reboiler.  Also, real time density measurements are being used on two processing lines to determine (non-invasively) compositions and composition changes.  These technologies could eventually bring appreciable benefits to operators of chemical plants and refineries.