Water detection and shut-off system and methods
US10584467B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 11, 2018 |
| Grant date | Mar 10, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 11, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A20/15
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A water detection and shut-off system is disclosed. The water detection system may be battery powered and include a water detector, a satellite water detector, and a water shut-off mechanism. The detectors and shut-off mechanism may be communicatively coupled via one or more communication links to a client component such as a smartphone app. Upon detecting the presence of unwanted water, the shut-off mechanism may operate an electric motor to close a water shut-off valve to prevent flooding or water damage.
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