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Ground fault detection with location identification

US5644293A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 16, 1995
Grant dateJul 1, 1997
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Expiry dateMay 16, 2015

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG08B29/06
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A ground fault detection scheme uniquely incorporated within a distributed intelligence, fire alarm and detection system, such that detection is achieved with location identification. The modules (and transponders) of the system collaborate with the loop controller in performing ground fault operations to determine precise existing ground conditions at the module locations.

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