Process device with improved power generation
US7957708B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 2, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jun 7, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 1, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/12
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A wireless field device is disclosed. The field device includes a wireless communications module and an energy conversion module. The wireless communications module is configured to wirelessly communicate process-related information with another device. The energy conversion module is coupled to the wireless communications module. The energy conversion module is configured to couple to a thermal source, and to generate electricity from thermal potential energy in the thermal source.
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