Smart charger
US6246211A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 19, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jun 12, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 19, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04N2201/0084
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A smart charger that includes a housing with an interface for power and data transmission and adapted for connection to a communication device, with a second interface adapted for connection to a power source, and with a third interface adapted for connection to a second communication device. A charger within the housing is connected to the second interface to receive power, and connected to the first interface to provide charging power. A control module within the housing provides for communication between the first interface and the third interface.
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