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System and method for distributed computer automotive service equipment

US6405111B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 31, 1997
Grant dateJun 11, 2002
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Expiry dateOct 31, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01B2210/26
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A computerized automotive service equipment system is adapted to access remotely located computer systems to retrieve or exchange data and/or software applications, or to undergo live or real-time and two-way interaction. The system and its components are dynamic with respect to both function and data, and can be easily updated or otherwise altered. The system of the present invention utilizes World Wide Web technology, which enables the use of universal and widely compatible programming tools and techniques for efficient and fast system development.

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