Apparatus and method to monitor the occupancy of seating
US9302781B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 25, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 5, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 25, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D11/06
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed is a system and method for monitoring the occupancy of seating. Sensors provide measurements to a control circuit that determines an occupancy state for each seat. Information regarding the occupancy of the seats can be presented on a display. In some instances, additional inputs can be used to adjust the occupancy determinations to account for environmental factors. Also, the occupancy states of the seats can be cross-checked with a passenger manifest to facilitate the boarding of a vehicle containing the seating.
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