Conduit network system
US6778100B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 6, 2003 |
| Grant date | Aug 17, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 6, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF17D3/01
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A conduit network system includes at least one, and typically multiple, node elements in communication with an inner area of a conduit, which is used to transfer material therein. The node element can receive, process and communicate data signals that are representative of user-desired information. A system control mechanism is in communication with the node elements and receives the data signals from these node elements. A method for communicating data in a conduit system is also disclosed.
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