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Ambient lighting detection mechanism

US4568826A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 13, 1983
Grant dateFeb 4, 1986
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Expiry dateMay 13, 2003

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01J1/0266
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A mounting arrangement for a photocell is disclosed which allows detection of ambient lighting. A collar is secured to a mounting surface by an integral flange and a locking collar. The photocell is fixed within a body member slidingly positioned within the collar. An adjustable aperture in the body member allows ambient light to be detected.

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