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Apparatus and method for monitoring and controlling a covering for an architectural opening

US8540005B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 20, 2009
Grant dateSep 24, 2013
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Expiry dateJan 16, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE06B2009/2627
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

An apparatus and method associated with the extension and retraction of a covering for an architectural opening. More particularly, an apparatus and method which monitors the extension of a shade to control the extension and position when the extension motion of the shade is interrupted.

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