Wireless appliance vibration sensor monitor and method

US9836945B2 · kind B2 · utility

Inventors

• Mark Kramer · Castle Rock, US
• Wilfred I. Tucker · Centennial, US
• John Sample · Parker, US
• Christopher Bermel · Denver, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Nov 30, 2012
• Grant date: Dec 5, 2017
• Expiry date: Dec 3, 2032

Classification

• Technology area (CPC G): Physics
• CPC primary: G05B2219/37432
• WIPO field: Control
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

The apparatus disclosed is a wireless vibration sensor monitor and recorder along with the associated system and method of use. The apparatus contains a digital accelerometer that operates off six axes. The apparatus may also include features such as a temperature sensor and ambient light sensor. The system actively monitors time and battery voltage level, as well as records information pertinent to the health of the apparatus. Once affixed to an appliance or piece of machinery, the apparatus monitors the duration of the cycle and the vibrations produced to compile a cycle profile. Once the apparatus has determined the cycle or predetermined period to be complete, a notification is sent to a remote user. This signal may be received by any compatible Bluetooth low energy device.