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Control system and method

US6571892B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 15, 2001
Grant dateJun 3, 2003
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Expiry dateAug 15, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S180/907
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Systems and methods for controlling a device are disclosed. In one embodiment, the systems and methods allow for the control of a human transport device such that the human transport device remains in an upright position regardless of the surface being traversed. The systems and methods may include a plurality of operational modes where each mode has different characteristics. Additionally, systems and method for locating a center of gravity of a device are disclosed.

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