Electronic control system used in security system for cargo trailers
US7501946B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 2, 2006 |
| Grant date | Mar 10, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 27, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07C2009/0092
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A security system is provided for a cargo container having a door. An electronic control unit is provided for monitoring the locked status of the door. The electronic control unit is operably communicable with a remote computer terminal. A first software control program is located within the electronic control unit to monitor the locked status of the door. A second software control program is located within the remote computer terminal and is capable of retrieving activity and functions from the first software control program. A protocol is provided to facilitate communication between the electronic control unit and the remote computer terminal.
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