Embedded automotive latch communications protocol
US7221255B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 2, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 22, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 31, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07C9/00944
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A latch communications method and system are disclosed herein, which generally includes a communications receiver and transmitter unit associated with a latch. Additionally, an interface component is provided for interfacing with the communications receiver and transmitter unit, wherein the interface component is co-located with the communications receiver and transmitter unit in association with the latch. Also, an interpreter is associated with the interface component and the communications and transmitter unit, wherein the interpreter processes information received from the communications receiver and transmitter unit in order to provide latch diagnostics and functionalities.
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