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Electronic tracking device and related system

US11287505B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 13, 2020
Grant dateMar 29, 2022
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Expiry dateMay 13, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01S5/16
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A tracking beacon is provided that is trackable using image sensors. The beacon includes a housing with a lower portion and an upper portion. The upper portion include a light diffusing structure with protrusions to help scatter the emitted light in different directions. A light source is positioned within the housing, and electrical contacts are positioned on an external surface of the lower portion.

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