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Power management in line powered hazard detection systems

US9958885B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 17, 2014
Grant dateMay 1, 2018
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Expiry dateMar 1, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P80/10
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Hazard detection systems according to embodiments described herein are operative to provide failsafe safety detection features and user interface features using circuit topology and power budgeting methods that minimize power consumption. The safety detection features can monitor environmental conditions (e.g., smoke, heat, humidity, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, radon, and other noxious gasses) in the vicinity of the hazard detection system associated and alarm occupants when an environmental condition exceeds a predetermined threshold.

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