Methods to monitor air filter life in fan motor controller and apparatus for same
US12181166B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 20, 2022 |
| Grant date | Dec 31, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 31, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF24F11/88
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus to monitor air filter life and motor usage in a forced air filtration system is disclosed. The forced air filtration system uses a constant volume (CV) motor to drive a fan or blower to force the air through the filter. The generated data allows the users to schedule air filter replacement and motor maintenance to maintain system performance and avoid interruption of normal operation due to equipment failure. The motor life monitoring may also be used by equipment manufacturers and users to track equipment life expectancy.
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