System and method to position and retain a sensor in a faucet spout
US9062790B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 11, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jun 23, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 14, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/9464
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A faucet having an electronic valve is provided. The faucet includes a spout having a first end through which a fluid exits, a second end coupled to a faucet body, and a sidewall disposed between the first end and the second end. The spout extends along a curved longitudinal axis. A sensor is disposed completely within the spout along a curved portion of the sidewall. The sensor is operatively coupled to the electronic valve.
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