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Out of product indicator

US8525662B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 16, 2009
Grant dateSep 3, 2013
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Expiry dateDec 24, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
  • CPC primaryD06F58/203
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

An out of product indicator is provided. The out of product indicator includes a power generator, a sensor and an alarm. The power generator is configured to generate power based on an interaction with at least one aspect of the device it is coupled thereto. The sensor is configured to determine when a product is low. The alarm is coupled to receive power generated by the power generator. Moreover the alarm is activated based on an output of the sensor.

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