Method for temperature monitoring and regulation and systems therefor
US11666160B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 16, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jun 6, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 16, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01K2207/02
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A monitoring and control system is provided. The system includes a plurality of sensors for obtaining readings associated with food items, such as temperature readings, freshness indications, and the like. The system is scalable and configurable with each sensor being capable of functioning as an individual sensor and/or as part of a grouping of sensors. The system is configured to obtain a variety of information, such as ambient air temperature, dwell time of food items, moisture levels, and the like, thereby enabling the system to recognize current and future concerns. The system provides audio and visual warnings and visual displays. In some embodiments, the system performs one or more physical operation based on one or more detected condition. The system is further configured to distinguish between accurate readings and inaccurate readings and/or to otherwise determine if an obstacle is preventing a sensor from obtaining an accurate reading.
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