Surface cleaning device with automated control
US12201251B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 15, 2024 |
| Grant date | Jan 21, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 15, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47L11/4088
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A surface cleaner is provided. The surface cleaner comprises: an operating component configured to perform a function of the surface cleaner; a base moveable along a surface; an accelerometer configured to generate a signal; and a controller in communication with the accelerometer and the operating component, wherein the controller is operable to control the operating component based on the signal, and wherein the operating component is selected from a group consisting of a suction motor operable to generate an airflow, a brushroll motor operable to drive a brushroll, an actuator operable to adjust a height of a brushroll from the surface, a pump operable to deliver a cleaning fluid, an actuator operable to control an airflow or fluid valve, and an indicator operable to indicate a parameter of the surface cleaner.
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