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Data exchange using fan unit signal lines

US11474578B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 30, 2020
Grant dateOct 18, 2022
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Expiry dateApr 21, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH05K7/20727
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Data exchange using fan unit signal lines is disclosed, including receiving a pulse width modulated (PWM) signal on a PWM signal line of a fan unit; detecting that a frequency of the PWM signal is outside a frequency range used to control a fan speed of a fan in the fan unit; selecting a data output based on the frequency of the PWM signal; and sending the data output on a tachometric signal line of the fan unit.

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