Lighting control system including a wireless remote sensor
US6340864B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 10, 1999 |
| Grant date | Jan 22, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 10, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S315/04
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system for controlling a light source including a wireless interface for communication with a remote sensor. The sensor is a low-power, integrated circuit device including functionality for detecting light from multiple directions or surfaces in an area, and for wireless communication. The sensor also includes functionality for detecting the presence of an occupant within the area.
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