Destination entry passenger interface with multiple functions
US7793762B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 30, 2004 |
| Grant date | Sep 14, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 3, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB66B2201/4676
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An elevator system (20) uses destination entry dispatching techniques. A passenger interface device (22) operates in a first mode to allow passengers (24) to enter destination requests for elevator service. The passenger interface (22) operates in a second mode to provide at least one additional feature to an authorized individual. The additional feature may be at least one of a service-related function, a security-related function, a monitoring-related function or a communication-related function.
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