Out of product indicator
US8525662B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 16, 2009 |
| Grant date | Sep 3, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 24, 2031 |
Classification
- 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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