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System and method for detecting machine movement and speed sensor failure

US8214101B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 29, 2008
Grant dateJul 3, 2012
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Expiry dateApr 4, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01M15/042
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method for indirectly detecting a movement of a machine and a failure of a speed sensor is disclosed. The method may include receiving an operator input signal, and determining a first factor based on the operator input signal. The method may also include measuring a machine operation parameter, and determining a second factor based on the machine operation parameter. The method may further include identifying a movement of the machine if the first factor is out of a first threshold range and the second factor is out of a second threshold range for at least a first threshold length of time. The method may also include determining a speed sensor failure if the movement of the machine is identified and no speed is detected by the speed sensor for at least a second threshold length of time.

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