Personal sonar system
US7272075B2 · kind B2 · utility
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20Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 10, 2006 |
| Grant date | Sep 18, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 10, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S367/91
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The sonar device includes a sonar transducer, a noise filter, a microprocessor and an output device. The system warns the user when a hazardous objects is detected or when signals from companions decrease. The portable sonar device can be built into various watersport devices including scuba diving equipment, surfboards and windsurfboards.
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