Method and apparatus for providing energy device and system status
US9118220B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 2, 2012 |
| Grant date | Aug 25, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 18, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY04S40/126
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus is described for providing energy system status information. A status indication device may be mounted near an entry door for determining when an individual is about to leave an area. When the status indication device determines that an individual is about to leave an area, it displays an energy status to the individual, so that the individual can decide whether to place energy-consuming devices in a conservation mode of operation.
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