Smart connector for integration of a foam proportioning system with fire extinguishing equipment
US9126066B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 7, 2011 |
| Grant date | Sep 8, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 8, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49002
- WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Embodiments of the invention provide a fire extinguishing system including an electronic control unit in communication with a software library, a foam proportioning system including foam proportioning equipment, and a smart connector. The smart connector includes a controller, and the smart connector is connected to the foam proportioning equipment. The controller automatically initiates an authentication procedure when the smart connector is connected to the electronic control unit. The controller causes the electronic control unit to automatically unlock at least one routines in the software library after the authentication procedure is complete to enable control of the foam proportioning equipment.
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