System and method to detect and communicate faucet valve position
US10260653B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 17, 2017 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 17, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/8242
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A faucet that includes a mechanical valve having an outer member and a valve member, wherein the valve member is configured to move radially relative to the outer member between an open position and a closed position; a ring disposed at least partially around the outer member and configured to move in response to the movement of the valve member; and a switch configured to open and close in response to the movement of the ring.
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