Utility meter with temperature based actuation of a remote disconnect switch
US8830083B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 25, 2011 |
| Grant date | Sep 9, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY04S20/30
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present application provides a utility meter. The utility meter may include a processor with a predetermined temperature range, a remote disconnect switch in communication with the processor, and a temperature sensor in communication with the processor. The processor opens the remote disconnect switch when the temperature sensor senses a temperature that exceeds the predetermined temperature range.
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