Connection confirmation using acoustic data
US9847009B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 26, 2015 |
| Grant date | Dec 19, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 18, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05B2219/37433
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Arrangements related to the confirmation of component connections made during manufacturing or assembly processes are described. Acoustic data resulting from the connection can be received by a microphone. A controller can analyze the acoustic information to determine if a predetermined acoustic signature is present in the acoustic information. Responsive to the determination, a confirmation signal can be generated and transmitted by the controller. One or both of the microphone and controller can be included in a wearable device and worn by a user. In some arrangements, a motion sensor can be included in the wearable device to allow determination whether motion data during a connection is acceptable.
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