Dielectric Resonator as Primary Transducer of Liquid Hydrocarbons Moisture. Applicability. Potentials. Prospects

The article deals with the problems of measuring water content of liquid hydrocarbons by radio-technical methods. The reason for the choice of microwave methods has been justified. It is shown that the resonator method of measurement is the most acceptable. A comparative capacity assessment of the metal and dielectric cavity resonators has been made. The author gives reasons for the feasibility of using the open dielectric resonator (DR) as a primary transducer of oil-products moisture. It is estimated that such decision allows online measurements directly in the pumped oil flow. The advantages and disadvantages of the proposed solution are discussed.