Methods and apparatus for securing a tracking beacon to personal protection equipment
US10515521B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 16, 2016 |
| Grant date | Dec 24, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 16, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG08B21/02
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This disclosure presents various means for securing a tracking beacon to personal protection equipment. The tracking beacon mount is constructed of a cover, a base, a transmitter and a mounting mechanism, such as a strap. The transmitter has a unique identifier which is detected by a proximity sensor. The proximity sensor is operably connected to a tracking system which can be used to detect the presence of the beacons. The system is programmed to recognize the types of items used and warn the user if something predetermined as required for the location or job type is missing.
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