Vapor-phase moving-boundary indicator
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Mar 25, 1980
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Jun 1, 1978
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Abstract
A vapor-phase moving-boundary indicator, is described, which is useful for monitoring the time-temperature histories of perishable articles. The device functions by allowing a vapor to permeate through a porous substrate coated with an indicating solid which undergoes a color change upon contact with the vapor. As the vapor permeates through the substrate, a visible moving boundary is created between two colors and it advances as a function of time and temperature. This provides a visual record of the time-temperature exposure of the article.
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- ALLIED CHEMICAL CORPORATION;LIFELINES TECHNOLOGY, INC.
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Inventor Name | Address | # of filed Patents | Total Citations |
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Patel, Gordhanbhai N | Morris Plains, NJ | 68 | 1739 |
# of filed Patents : 68 Total Citations : 1739 |
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