Automatic faucet with remote activation
US12018469B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 29, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jun 25, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 25, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L37/138
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Provided are automatic faucet systems with remote activation and kits for retrofitting existing faucets to include remote activation. Automatic faucets systems with remote activation can include a faucet comprising a faucet body and a faucet spout; an outlet hose in fluid communication with a cold water supply line, a hot water supply line, and the faucet spout; an electromechanical valve fluidly coupled to the outlet hose and configured to control water flow to the faucet spout; an activator separate from the faucet body and configured to be placed in a variety of positions during installation of the faucet system; and a controller configured to receive a first signal from the activator and, in response to the first signal, to control the electromechanical valve to control water flow to the spout.
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