Guidance set-up for companion module graphical display
US11941228B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 31, 2021 |
| Grant date | Mar 26, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 31, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02J2310/50
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A menu selection technique is based on orientation of a companion module used in a flexible load management (FLM) system. The FLM system includes a load center that utilizes circuit breakers in combination with companion modules (i.e., intelligent controllers). Each companion module has a graphical display as well as a push button included on a face of the module as an input device used to display and input information including icons, buttons, controls, messages, status, menus or other desired text on a user interface (UI) to enable a user to configure and operate the companion module. The companion module also includes an accelerometer configured to detect a gravitational orientation (i.e., a first orientation and an opposite or upside-down orientation) and movement of the module and, in response, generate a signal that is translated to a corresponding change in orientation of the information displayed on the UI, particularly when the companion module inserted into the load center.
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