Electronic controller having automatic self-configuration capabilities
US6175770A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 31, 1997 |
| Grant date | Jan 16, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 31, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05B2219/25097
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A network of electronic controllers adapted for controlling operation of a plurality of output devices. Each of the controllers is programmed with an algorithm which causes the controller to analyze its external connections to identify its assigned tasks and functions, thereby allowing the controller to automatically configure itself for use. Each of the controllers is programmed with instructions for performing the assigned tasks and functions of all of the controllers.
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