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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Nov. 11, 2014
Filed:
Jul. 24, 2009
Elric W. Saaski, Bothell, WA (US);
Elric W. Saaski, Bothell, WA (US);
Research International, Inc, Monroe, WA (US);
Abstract
A shipping container interrogation apparatus and method that utilizes the tubular frame members of the container to deliver input air to the interior of the container, and to receive sample air from the interior of the container. A detection apparatus may be used to detect an unauthorized material in the sample air that is received from the interior of the container. Sample air from the detection apparatus may be recycled back into the container by use of a tubular frame member of the container. Input air may be delivered to the interior of the container with turbulence and in any desired direction or pattern for better interrogation of the interior of the container.