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Facility access system and method with disabled and user assistance

US6069555A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 6, 1998
Grant dateMay 30, 2000
Priority date
Expiry dateMay 6, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG07C9/257
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A facility access system includes a system microprocessor and input and output subsystems. The input subsystem can include switching devices connected in a parallel configuration for actuating the system microprocessor in a sequencing mode of operation. Input devices are also disclosed which produce input signals corresponding to particular memory storage locations for accessing directional and other information in a look-up mode of operation. The directional and other information is output to text display, graphical display and audio output devices. A user's computer can be linked to the system microprocessor for downloading information therefrom. An emergency subsystem provides emergency exit information, dials out to summon assistance and includes a backup power source.

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