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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Apr. 16, 2013
Filed:
Oct. 22, 2009
Martin Gaiser, Alpirsbach, DE;
Juergen Haas, Oberwolfach, DE;
Juergen Lienhard, Fischerbach, DE;
Juergen Motzer, Gengenbach, DE;
Martin Gaiser, Alpirsbach, DE;
Juergen Haas, Oberwolfach, DE;
Juergen Lienhard, Fischerbach, DE;
Juergen Motzer, Gengenbach, DE;
Vega Grieshaber KG, Wolfach, DE;
Abstract
An electronic module for level measurements, pressure measurements or density measurements is disclosed. In the module, a safety-relevant function is transferred into an area that is categorized as safety-uncritical. In order to prevent malfunctions, a diagnostic function is performed in the safety-critical area of the electronic module in order to check the transferred function. This diagnostic function is also checked with respect to its effectiveness during the safety-oriented operation. Suitable measures can be initiated in case an error is detected.