Wireless temperature sensor for concrete delivery vehicle
US9518870B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 17, 2011 |
| Grant date | Dec 13, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 25, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01K2215/00
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A wireless temperature sensor for a concrete delivery vehicle senses temperatures of the drum, and wirelessly transmits this data to a central processor. The sensor implements power management methods to reduce power consumption and increase battery life, permitting the use of battery power in the sensor. Temperature readings from the sensor may be used qualify or evaluate a load.
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