Adapter assembly for a utility meter for wirelessly transmitting data
US8656789B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 8, 2011 |
| Grant date | Feb 25, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 7, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY04S20/30
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An adapter assembly that works with a standard utility meter to wirelessly transmit data about consumption. The adapter assembly generates information about consumption by cooperating with a pointer of an index of a utility meter. In some embodiments, the adapter assembly includes an upper portion and a clip that interface together. The upper portion and the clip are configured to maintain alignment with the pointer and not create stress on the index.
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