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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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Мониторинг СМИ

Мониторинг СМИ и социальных сетей. Сканирование интернета, новостных сайтов, специализированных контентных площадок на базе мессенджеров. Гибкие настройки фильтров и первоначальных источников.

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23-08-2012 дата публикации

Fail-safe ground fault circuit interrupter

Номер: US20120212864A1
Принадлежит: Eaton Corp

A fail-safe ground fault circuit interrupter includes separable contacts; operating mechanism; and GF trip circuit including analog GF circuit having power supply input, and a number of: GF current transformer, first resistor in series with the GF CT, capacitor in parallel with this series combination, and second resistor between the power supply input and a common connection point between the first resistor and the capacitor, trip actuator cooperating with the OM, and zener diode including cathode interconnected with the power supply input and anode interconnected with the trip actuator, trip solenoid cooperating with the OM, bi-directional light emitting diode, and resistor in series with the LED, this series combination in parallel with the trip solenoid, and first silicon controlled rectifier cooperating with the OM, and second SCR cooperating with the OM, the second SCR in parallel with the first SCR.

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18-04-2013 дата публикации

System And Method For De-Icing Conductive Objects Utilizing At Least One Variable Resistance Conductor With High Frequency Excitation

Номер: US20130092678A1
Принадлежит: Dartmouth College

A conductor of a power transmission line has its effective resistance to flow of direct current or low-frequency current (such as, for example, 50 Hz or 60 Hz) varied in a wide range to pass current and/or to generate heat for melting ice. Increasing the initial resistance of a conductor is accomplished by modulating the current at a high frequency (HF), such as about 1 kHz to about 100 kHz. The current through the conductor then becomes a mixture of a DC (or low-frequency current) and a high-frequency current. Because the latter flows in a thin skin-layer region of the conductor of depth dependent on frequency, the conductor's resistance to the HF current is higher than its resistance value for low frequency or DC current. By varying the frequency of current modulation in accordance with the present invention, the conductor's resistance is adjusted to a desired value for ice removal.

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25-04-2013 дата публикации

POWER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

Номер: US20130099577A1
Принадлежит: O2MICRO INC.

A power management system includes a first switch, a second switch, and a controller coupled to the first and second switches. The first switch has a first transfer terminal. The second switch has a second transfer terminal. The controller controls power conversion by turning on a third switch periodically. The first and second transfer terminals and a third transfer terminal of the third switch are coupled to a common node. The resistance between the first transfer terminal and the common node, the resistance between the second transfer terminal and the common node, and the resistance between the third transfer terminal and the common node are substantially equal to zero. 1. A power control circuit comprising:a common node coupled to a first terminal via a first switch and coupled to a second terminal via a second switch, said first switch having a first body diode, and said second switch having a second body diode;a switching node coupled to said common node via a third switch and coupled to a reference terminal via a fourth switch, said third switch having a third body diode, and said fourth switch comprising a diode; anda controller coupled to said first, second, third and fourth switches and operable for controlling said first, second, third and fourth switches to control power flow between said first terminal, said second terminal, said common node, and said switching node,wherein cathodes of said first, second and third body diodes are coupled to said common node, and a cathode of said diode of said fourth switch is coupled to an anode of said third body diode, and wherein resistance between said common node and the cathode of each body diode of said first, second and third body diodes is substantially equal to zero.2. The power control circuit as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a switch of said first claim 1 , second and third switches comprises an n-channel metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor (NMOSFET) and has a semiconductor substrate connected ...

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16-05-2013 дата публикации

Electric power source circuit and abnormality diagnosis system

Номер: US20130119782A1
Принадлежит: Denso Corp

A control unit for a rotary electric machine includes a first current command module, a second current command module, a change module, and a return module. The first module performs a first current command on a maximum efficiency characteristic line on a d-q plane thereby to drive the machine at a maximum efficiency. The second module performs a second current command on a switching line set at a retard angle side relative to the maximum efficiency characteristic line. The change module changes a control mode from a rectangular wave voltage phase control mode to an overmodulation current control mode when an operation point of the machine reaches the switching line. The return module returns the current command from the second command to the first command after performance of the second command for a predetermined period.

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30-05-2013 дата публикации

SEMICONDUCTOR SWITCH AND POWER CONVERSION APPARATUS

Номер: US20130134958A1
Принадлежит:

According to one embodiment, a switch includes a first element with a first withstand voltage, a second element whose withstand voltage is lower than the first withstand voltage, a diode which is connected between a positive electrode of the first element and a positive electrode of the second element in such a manner that a direction from the positive electrode of the second element toward the positive electrode of the first element is a forward direction and whose withstand voltage is equal to the first withstand voltage, a negative electrode of the first element and a negative electrode of the second element being connected, and a circuit configured to apply a positive voltage to the positive terminal output a pulse lower than the first withstand voltage when the first element goes off. 1. A semiconductor switch comprising:a main element which has an inverse conducting capability and is a voltage driving switching element with a high withstand voltage;a backflow prevention element whose withstand voltage is lower than that of the main element;a high-speed free-wheeling diode which is connected between a positive terminal and a negative terminal in such a manner that a direction from the negative terminal toward the positive terminal is a forward direction and which has a withstand voltage equal to that of the main element, a negative electrode of the main element and a negative electrode of the backflow prevention element being connected to each other, a positive electrode of the main element being used as the positive terminal, and a positive electrode of the backflow prevention element being used as the negative terminal; andan auxiliary voltage applying circuit which is connected in a direction in which a positive voltage is applied to the positive electrode of the main element and which generates at least a voltage pulse lower than the withstand voltage of the main element and outputs the voltage pulse almost in synchronization with the time when the main ...

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06-06-2013 дата публикации

Signal output circuit

Номер: US20130140884A1
Принадлежит: Omron Automotive Electronics Co Ltd

Provided is a signal output circuit capable of outputting a normal signal in accordance with an input signal, even when part of the circuit fails. A signal output circuit includes a CPU, a switching circuit, and an output terminal. The switching circuit includes: a first switching unit having a first switching element and a second switching element, and a second switching unit having a third switching element and a fourth switching element. The drain, source, and gate of each of the first and second switching elements are connected to a power source, drains of the third and fourth switching elements, and a first output port of the CPU, respectively. The source and gate of each of the third and fourth switching elements are connected to the output terminal and a second output port of the CPU.

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20-06-2013 дата публикации

Semiconductor Device

Номер: US20130155560A1
Автор: TAKEUCHI Toru
Принадлежит: FUJI ELECTRIC CO., LTD.

In a semiconductor device, a surge voltage is lowered on turning OFF of a switching element, and output current is reduced on turning ON of the switching element in a non-saturated condition to achieve a reduced amount of self-heating. The semiconductor device can comprise a semiconductor switching element, an overvoltage protection circuit, and a resistance circuit to transmit a control signal for turning the switching element ON and OFF to a control terminal of the switching element. The semiconductor device can further comprise a voltage detecting switch that receives a signal corresponding to a voltage appearing at the output terminal of the switching element on turning OFF of the switching element, and a gate resistor change-over switch that operates according to a voltage of a timing capacitor connected to the output side of the voltage detecting switch to increase a resistance value of the resistance circuit. 1. A semiconductor device comprising:a semiconductor switching element;an overvoltage protection circuit to protect the switching element from overvoltage;a resistance circuit to transmit a control signal for turning the switching element ON and OFF to a control terminal of the switching element;a first switching means for receiving, through the overvoltage protection circuit, a signal corresponding to a voltage appearing at an output terminal of the switching element on turning OFF of the switching element; anda second switching means for operating according to a voltage of a first capacitor connected to an output side of the first switching means to increase a resistance value of the resistance circuit.2. The semiconductor device according to claim 1 , further comprising a delaying means for delaying information given by the overvoltage protection circuit and transmitting the information to the first switching means.3. The semiconductor device according to claim 2 , wherein the delaying means comprises a second capacitor that is connected between the ...

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27-06-2013 дата публикации

PROTECTIVE CIRCUIT FOR A RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK

Номер: US20130162052A1
Автор: Gaul Henrik, Schurr Martin
Принадлежит: Andreas Stihl AG & Co., KG

A protective circuit for an arrangement which includes a plurality of individual cells in a rechargeable battery pack with a predefined number of individual cells being connected in series in a cell row and at least two cell rows being situated parallel to one another. The component current flowing in a first cell row when the rechargeable battery pack is subject to loading is compared with the component current flowing in a second cell row to generate a signal when there is an implausible deviation in the component currents with respect to one smother. The signal is used to disconnect a defective cell row or to switch off the entire rechargeable battery pack in order to protect the latter. 1. A protective circuit for an arrangement having a plurality of individual cells in a rechargeable battery pack , wherein a predetermined number of individual cells are connected in series so as to form a cell row and at least a first and a second cell row are arranged in parallel; the first cell row is configured to have a first component current flow therein when a load is applied to the battery pack and the second cell row is configured to have a second component current flow therein when a load is applied to the battery pack , said protective circuit comprising;a circuit device configured to compare the first component current with the second component current to determine whether an implausible deviation is present therebetween and generate a signal when an implausible deviation is present.2. The protective circuit of claim 1 , wherein:{'sub': 'G', 'said circuit device is configured to calculate a difference between the first and the second component currents and generate said signal when said difference exceeds a pregiven value (I).'}3. The protective circuit of claim 1 , wherein said circuit claim 1 , device is configured to standardize said first component current and said second component current before comparing said currents; and claim 1 , said circuit device is ...

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27-06-2013 дата публикации

POWER DISTRIBUTION APPARATUS SUPPLYING DIRECT-CURRENT POWER

Номер: US20130162053A1
Автор: Iizuka Koji, Nakamura Akio
Принадлежит: FUJITSU COMPONENT LIMITED

A power distribution apparatus for supplying power from a direct-current power supply to a load via a first connector and a second connector includes a sensor unit configured to detect connected and disconnected states between the first connector and the second connector, a switch unit configured to make and break a connection between the first connector and the direct-current power supply, a receiver unit configured to receive a signal indicating whether to supply or cut off power to the load, and a control unit configured to control the switch unit to make or break the connection in response to the signal received by the receiver unit and the connected and disconnected states between the first connector and the second connector detected by the sensor unit. 1. A power distribution apparatus for supplying power from a direct-current power supply to a load via a first connector and a second connector , comprising:a sensor unit configured to detect connected and disconnected states between the first connector and the second connector;a switch unit configured to make and break a connection between the first connector and the direct-current power supply;a receiver unit configured to receive a signal indicating whether to supply or cut off power to the load; anda control unit configured to control the switch unit to make or break the connection in response to the signal received by the receiver unit and the connected and disconnected states between the first connector and the second connector detected by the sensor unit.2. The power distribution apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising:a current detecting unit configured to detect electric current supplied from the direct-current power supply to the load;a voltage detecting unit configured to detect voltage of the direct-current power supply; anda power consumption calculating unit configured to calculate a consumed electric power from the electric current detected by the current detecting unit and the ...

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27-06-2013 дата публикации

SWITCH CIRCUIT, POWER SUPPLY DEVICE INCLUDING THE SAME, AND DRIVING METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20130163291A1
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a switch circuit, a power supply including the same, and a method for driving the power supply. When a load of the power supply represents an overload state, a sense resistor for controlling a drain current flowing through a power switch is controlled. In this instance, the sense resistor is controlled according to an on-time of the power switch. 1. A switch circuit for controlling a power supply including a power transmitting element for transmitting an input voltage that is input to a first end to a second end , comprising:a power switch; anda sense resistor for sensing a drain current flowing through the power switch, whereinwhen a load of the power supply represents an overload state, the sense resistor is controlled according to an on-time of the power switch.2. The switch circuit of claim 1 , whereinthe switch circuit detects the on-time when the load represents an overload state, and it controls the sense resistor according to the detected on-time so that a drain current of the power switch may not exceed a peak current limit corresponding to a maximum output power.3. The switch circuit of claim 2 , whereinthe switch circuit includes:an on-time detector for detecting an on-time by using a signal for controlling the power switch during the overload period; andan overload comparator for determining an overload state by using a feedback voltage corresponding to an output voltage of the power supply.4. The switch circuit of claim 3 , whereinthe overload comparator includes:a first end for receiving a reference voltage for determining the overload state; anda second end for receiving the feedback voltage, andthe overload comparator determines a period in which the feedback voltage is greater than the reference voltage to be an overload period.5. The switch circuit of claim 3 , whereinthe on-time detector detects the on-time by using a gate signal for switching the power switch during the overload period.6. The switch circuit of ...

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04-07-2013 дата публикации

Operating Element for a Furniture Control and Electrically Adjustable Piece of Furniture

Номер: US20130169065A1
Автор: Koch Walter, Lukas Stefan

In an operating element for a furniture control for controlling an electrically adjustable piece of furniture, the operating element includes a flat sensor module with a plurality of proximity-sensitive sensor surfaces arranged on the sensor module. An operating panel covers the plurality of sensor surfaces. A set of switching surfaces is marked on the operating panel. A control module is designed for detecting an actuation of one of the switching surfaces based on sensor signals delivered by the sensor surfaces and for generating an actuation signal for the furniture control based on a detected actuation. The sensor module and the control module are arranged in a housing of the operating element, wherein the operating panel forms a cover of the housing. 1. An operating element for a furniture control for controlling an electrically adjustable piece of furniture , the operating element comprising:a flat sensor module with a plurality of proximity-sensitive sensor surfaces arranged on the sensor module;an operating panel for covering the plurality of sensor surfaces, wherein a set of switching surfaces is marked on the operating panel;a control module configured to detect an actuation of one of the switching surfaces based on sensor signals delivered by the sensor surfaces and to generate an actuation signal for the furniture control based on a detected actuation; anda housing, in which the sensor module and the control module are arranged, wherein the operating panel forms a cover of the housing.2. The operating element according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor surfaces each feature a capacitive sensor.3. The operating element according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor surfaces are formed by a plurality of electrodes that are arranged on the sensor module in a grid-like fashion.4. The operating element according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor module is arranged between the operating panel and the control module.5. The operating element according to claim 1 , ...

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15-08-2013 дата публикации

POWER-SAVING VOLTAGE CONVERTER OPERATION

Номер: US20130207486A1

Whether a connector element electrically connected to a direct-current output of a converter that converts alternating current into direct current is connected to an external device may be detected. The converter may be disabled in response to the electrical connector component not being connected to the external device. In response to the electrical connector component being connected to the external device, the converter may be enabled. 1. A method comprising:detecting whether a connector element electrically connected to a direct-current output of a converter that converts alternating current into direct current is connected to an external device;disabling the converter in response to the electrical connector component not being connected to the external device; andenabling the converter in response to the electrical connector component being connected to the external device.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein disabling the converter includes applying a control signal to a switch included in a circuit of the converter.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein detecting whether the connector element is connected to the external device includes connecting a control circuit to a voltage source in response to the electrical connector component being connected to the external device.4. The method of claim 3 , further including enabling the converter in response to manual operation of a bypass switch configured to bypass the control circuit. This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/348,987, filed Jan. 12, 2012, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety for all purposes.The present invention relates to the field of power supplies, and more specifically, to reducing power consumption in power supplies for electronic devices requiring a non-commercial voltage supply, as is typical of mobile electronic products.Individuals and corporations are becoming increasingly aware of their energy consumption and are actively seeking to reduce ...

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12-09-2013 дата публикации

DISTRIBUTION ABNORMALITY DETECTING DEVICE, POWER TRANSMISSION AND RECEPTION CONTROL DEVICE, POWER SUPPLY CONTROL DEVICE, AND PACKET STRUCTURE TRANSMISSION CONTROL DEVICE

Номер: US20130234535A1
Автор: Hori Masao, SAKO Yoichiro
Принадлежит: SONY CORPORATION

There is provided a distribution abnormality detecting device that detects a distribution abnormality of partitioned power with identification information, the distribution abnormality detecting device being configured to: determine that the distribution abnormality has occurred when an interval of the identification information detected during power distribution is different from an interval specified by the partitioned power. 1. A distribution abnormality detecting device that detects a distribution abnormality of partitioned power with identification information , the distribution abnormality detecting device being configured to:determine that the distribution abnormality has occurred when an interval of the identification information detected during power distribution is different from an interval specified by the partitioned power.2. The distribution abnormality detecting device according to claim 1 ,wherein the interval specified by the partitioned power is a constant time interval.3. The distribution abnormality detecting device according to claim 1 ,wherein the partitioned power is constant.4. The distribution abnormality detecting device according to claim 1 ,wherein a power packet is configured such that the identification information is integrated with the partitioned power,the identification information corresponds to a header portion of the power packet, andthe partitioned power corresponds to a payload portion of the power packet.5. The distribution abnormality detecting device according to claim 4 ,wherein the interval specified by the partitioned power is a power packet length.6. The distribution abnormality detecting device according to claim 1 ,wherein, when it is determined that the distribution abnormality has occurred, distribution or reception of power is suspended.7. The distribution abnormality detecting device according to claim 1 ,wherein, when it is determined that the distribution abnormality has occurred, supply of power to a power ...

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19-09-2013 дата публикации

COMBINATION SWITCH

Номер: US20130241311A1
Принадлежит: Yazaki Corporation

A combination switch outputs operation command signals to a driving system of a vehicle according to a switching operation of a switching unit and includes a storage part that stores determination information indicating whether combinations of operation command signals to be outputted from switches of the switching unit are abnormal or normal, a determination part that refers to the determination information in the storage part determines whether or not a combination of the operation command signals is abnormal, and if an abnormal combination of the operation command signals continues longer than a predetermined time, adds, to the operation command signals, abnormality information indicating that the combination of the operation command signals is abnormal, and a communication part that transmits the operation command signals added with the abnormality information. 1. A combination switch that has a switching unit capable of carrying out switching operation of switches and outputs operation command signals according to a switching operation of the switching unit , comprising:a storage part configured to store determination information indicating whether combinations of operation command signals to be outputted from the switches of the switching unit are abnormal or normal;a determination part configured todetermine whether or not a combination of the operation command signals is abnormal with reference to the determination information in the storage part, andif an abnormal combination of the operation command signals continues longer than a predetermined time, add abnormality annunciation information indicating that the combination of the operation command signals is abnormal to the operation command signals; anda communication part configured to transmit the operation command signals added with the abnormality annunciation information.2. The combination switch of claim 1 , further comprising:a temporal filtering part configured to output the changed operation ...

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19-09-2013 дата публикации

SMART WALL PLATE AND MODULAR JACKS FOR SECURE NETWORK ACCESS AND/OR VLAN CONFIGURATION

Номер: US20130241313A1
Принадлежит: TYCO ELECTRONICS UK LTD.

One embodiment is directed to an apparatus comprising one or more front connectors, wherein each front connector comprises a respective interface configured to read a storage device associated with a connector that is adapted to be connected to the front connector. The apparatus further comprises one or more rear connection points and one or more switches. The apparatus is configured to automatically configure the apparatus at least in part based on information read from the storage device. 1. An apparatus comprising:one or more front connectors, wherein each front connector comprises a respective interface configured to read a storage device associated with a connector that is adapted to be connected to the front connector;one or more rear connection points; andone or more switches;wherein the apparatus is configured to automatically configure the apparatus at least in part based on information read from the storage device.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the apparatus is configured to determine claim 1 , in connection with the connector comprising the storage device being inserted into a first one of the front connectors claim 1 , if the inserted connector or a cable attached to the inserted connector is authorized to use the first front connector based at least in part on information read from the storage device.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the apparatus is configured to determine if the inserted connector or a cable attached to the inserted connector is authorized to use the first front connector based at least in part on information read from the storage device and other information that is locally stored at the apparatus.4. The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising a light emitting diode claim 2 , wherein the apparatus is further configured to visually signal claim 2 , using the light emitting diode claim 2 , if the inserted connector or a cable attached to the inserted connector is authorized to use the first front connector.5. The apparatus ...

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26-09-2013 дата публикации

Automatic Configurable Relay

Номер: US20130249316A1
Принадлежит: Schneider Electric Industries SAS

An automatic configurable relay and a method for automatically configuring a relay. The relay comprises an input sampling module for coupling to a source to be monitored, the sampling module configured to detect a first value of a parameter of the source to be monitored; and a processing module configured to set a working condition based on the detected first value. 1. A relay comprising:an input sampling module configured to detect a first value of a parameter of a source to be monitored; anda processing module configured to set a working condition based on the detected first value.2. The relay as claimed in claim 1 ,wherein the processing module is configured to monitor a working range generated based on a threshold level and the working condition; andwherein the processing module is capable of instructing a trigger module for transmitting a trigger signal when a second value of the parameter is outside the working range.3. The relay as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the parameter comprises one or more parameter selected from a group consisting of three phase voltage claim 1 , single phase voltage claim 1 , single phase current claim 1 , phase angle claim 1 , phase frequency claim 1 , power claim 1 , temperature claim 1 , resistance claim 1 , and digital signals.4. The relay as claimed in claim 2 , further comprising a switch element claim 2 , wherein the trigger signal switches on/off the switch element of the relay.5. The relay as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the threshold level is set by a user.6. The relay as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the threshold level is set based on a predetermined value.7. The relay as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the processing module sets the working condition based on an instructional input.8. The relay as claimed in claim 7 , wherein the instructional input is based on a user activation.9. The relay as claimed in claim 7 , wherein the instructional input is based on a powering up of the relay.10. The relay as claimed in claim 1 , ...

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26-09-2013 дата публикации

REMOTE CONTROLLED INTERACTIVE POWER SWITCH

Номер: US20130249320A1
Автор: Lam Sheir Chun
Принадлежит: TECHNOLOGY LOGIC INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

A remote controlled interactive power switch includes a first coil for controlling a switch contact to be closed by suction, a self-locked device for locking the switch contact to keep conducting state by mechanical self-locking, a second coil for controlling the self-locked device to be disengaged and a power supply control circuit. The power supply control circuit is connected with an interactive control module which includes a remote controlled interactive connecting unit, an interactive monitoring unit, a switch-on signal producing unit and a turn-off signal producing unit. The present invention can simplify the complex control circuit and thoroughly resolve the technical requirements of the power switch with high make-break capacity. Additionally, the present invention produces consumption only when starting the on-off switch, and after starting and under normal operation, the pulse magnetic energy coil keeps an inactivity state, no consumption, no heat and no noise. 1112140313435. A remote controlled interactive power switch , comprising a first coil (L) for controlling a switch contact to be closed by suction , a self-locked device () for locking the switch contact to keep conducting state by mechanical self-locking , a second coil (L) for controlling the self-locked device () to be disengaged and a power supply control circuit which is connected with an interactive control module , the interactive control module comprising a remote controlled interactive connecting unit () , an interactive monitoring unit () , a switch-on signal producing unit () and a turn-off signal producing unit () , wherein ,{'b': 40', '1', '2', '1', '31', '2', '31', '2, 'the remote controlled interactive connecting unit () comprises a remote controlled receiving interface (JA) and an interactive monitoring interface (JA); the remote controlled receiving interface (JA) is provided for receiving an external remote controlled switch-on instruction or a turn-off instruction and outputting ...

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26-09-2013 дата публикации

Dynamic Impedance Circuit

Номер: US20130249862A1
Принадлежит: MOTOROLA MOBILITY LLC

In embodiments of a dynamic impedance circuit, a power circuit of a device charges and/or powers the device when the device is connected to a power source. A dynamic impedance circuit is coupled to the power circuit of the device and to the power source. The dynamic impedance circuit can operate with low impedance, and alternatively, can operate with high impedance responsive to an increased voltage across the dynamic impedance circuit, such as when a chassis of the device is coupled to ground. 1. A device , comprising:a power circuit configured to power or charge the device when connected to a power source; anda dynamic impedance circuit coupled to the power circuit and to the power source, the dynamic impedance circuit configured to operate with low impedance, and further configured to operate with high impedance responsive to an increased voltage across the dynamic impedance circuit.2. The device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the dynamic impedance circuit comprises a Y-capacitor configured to electrically isolate the device from the power source in an event the power circuit fails.3. The device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the dynamic impedance circuit includes circuit components comprising at least one of varactor diodes claim 1 , junction-gate field effect transistors (JFETs) claim 1 , or a negative resistor.4. The device as recited in claim 3 , wherein the circuit components of the dynamic impedance circuit are coupled to the power circuit in series with a Y-capacitor.5. The device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the power circuit is coupled to a switching power supply claim 1 , and wherein the dynamic impedance circuit is coupled between a transformer primary of the switching power supply and a transformer secondary of the switching power supply.6. The device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the dynamic impedance circuit is configured to increase impedance as a voltage difference between the power circuit and the power source increases.7. The device as ...

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10-10-2013 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR IDENTIFYING AT LEAST ONE ELECTRICALLY POWERED DEVICE BY A POWER SUPPLY DEVICE VIA A POWERLINE CONNECTION

Номер: US20130264889A1
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A method for identifying at least one electrically powered device by a power supply device via a powerline connection, includes: a) connecting the at least one electrically powered device via a powerline to core power supply; b) sensing that a powerline connection is available by the at least one electrically powered device; c) generating a specific load by modulation of the power according to a unique identifier of the at least one electrically powered device on the powerline connection; d) sensing the generated specific load by the power supply device connected to the powerline connection; and e) extracting the unique identifier information from the specific load by the power supply device. An electrically powered device, a power supply device, a power distribution unit, and a corresponding system are also described. 1303132. A method for identifying at least one electrically powered device (A) by a power supply device (B) via a powerline connection ( , , ) , characterized by the steps of{'b': 30', '31', '32', '5, 'a) Connecting the at least one electrically powered device (A) via a powerline connection (, , ) to a core power supply () of the power supply device (B),'}{'b': 30', '31', '32, 'b) Sensing that a powerline connection (, , ) is available by the at least one electrically powered device (A),'}{'b': 30', '31', '32, 'c) Generating a specific load by modulation of the power according to a unique identifier of the at least one electrically powered device (A) on the powerline connection (, , ),'}{'b': 30', '31', '32, 'd) Sensing the generated specific load by the power supply device (B) connected to the powerline connection (, , ), and'}e) Extracting the unique identifier information from the specific load by the power supply device (B).2. The method according to claim 1 , characterized by the further step{'b': '3', 'f) Registering the at least one electrically powered device (A) with a device management system () according to the extracted unique identifier ...

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24-10-2013 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING OVERHEATING PROTECTION DEVICE AND METHOD FOR USING THE SAME

Номер: US20130278079A1
Автор: CONG WEI-DONG, WU KANG
Принадлежит:

An electronic device includes a main board and a heat dissipation device, and the heat dissipation device includes a plurality of fans and a micro control unit (MCU). The main board and the plurality of fans are electrically connected to the MCU. The MCU controls the plurality of fans to rotate, and each of the plurality of fans sends a feedback signal to the MCU as long as it is working normally. When a feedback signals from at least one of the plurality of fans in not received, the MCU applies a soft power-off to the main board after storing current data of the electronic device. 1. An electronic device , comprising:a main board; anda heat dissipation device including a plurality of fans and a micro control unit (MCU), the main board and all of the plurality of fans electrically connected to the MCU;wherein the MCU controls the plurality of fans to rotate; each of the plurality of fans sends a feedback signal to the MCU when each of the plurality of fans works normally; and in response to the MCU failing to receive the feedback signals from at least one of the plurality of fans, the MCU controls the main board to turn off.2. The electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the MCU controls the main board to turn off by sending a soft power-off instruction to the main board.3. The electronic device of claim 2 , wherein in response to the main board receiving the soft power-off instruction claim 2 , the main board stores currently processed data of the electronic device claim 2 , and stops working after storing the currently processed data of the electronic device.4. The electronic device of claim 1 , further comprising an indication device claim 1 , wherein the indication device is electrically connected to the heat dissipation device to indicate a working status of the heat dissipation device.5. The electronic device of claim 4 , wherein the indication device includes a first indication lamp and a second indication lamp both electrically connected to the MCU claim 4 , ...

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14-11-2013 дата публикации

Power Saving Method and Power Saving Circuit Thereof

Номер: US20130300216A1
Принадлежит: Wistron Corp

A power saving circuit for an electronic device is disclosed. The power saving circuit includes a direct-current (DC) power supply, a sensing unit, and a control unit. The DC power supply is used for providing a DC current. The sensing unit, coupled to the DC power supply, is used for detecting the DC current and operating to generate a voltage signal according to the DC current. The control unit, coupled to the sensing unit, is used for determining whether a system circuit of the electronic device has a light load or a heavy load and generating an enable signal.

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28-11-2013 дата публикации

Method for protecting charging cable, and charging device

Номер: US20130313918A1
Автор: Martin Nolewaika
Принадлежит: SIEMENS AG

A driving battery of a vehicle that can be electrically driven is charged by determining a resistance value that corresponds to the size of the electrical resistance between two contacts of the charging cable, where the size of the electrical resistance specifies the current-carrying capacity of the charging cable. As a function of the determined resistance value, one of a plurality of line protection devices which are disposed on the charging device is switched into the charge current path.

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19-12-2013 дата публикации

ELETROMAGNETIC OPENING/CLOSING DEVICE

Номер: US20130335174A1
Принадлежит: Panasonic Corporation

An electromagnetic opening/closing device A includes a detector for detecting an opened or closed state of a contact unit ; a malfunction determination unit configured to determine presence or absence of malfunction based on the opened or closed state of the contact unit detected through the detector and an opened or closed state of the contact unit corresponding to an exterior command; and an output unit configured to supply an exterior with a determination result by the malfunction determination unit 1. An electromagnetic opening/closing device , comprising a stationary contact and a moving contact , said electromagnetic opening/closing device being configured to open or close the stationary contact and the moving contact in accordance with an exterior command for opening or closing the stationary contact and the moving contact , whereinthe electromagnetic opening/closing device comprises:a detector configured to detect an opened or closed state of the stationary contact and the moving contact;a determination unit configured to determine presence or absence of malfunction based on the opened or closed state of the stationary contact and the moving contact detected through the detector and an opened or closed state of the stationary contact and the moving contact corresponding to the exterior command; andan output unit configured to supply an exterior with a determination result by the determination unit.2. The electromagnetic opening/closing device of claim 1 , wherein the determination unit is configured to determine that closing malfunction occurs between the stationary contact and the moving contact if a state of the stationary contact and the moving contact detected through the detector is the opened state when the exterior command is a close control signal for closing the stationary contact and the moving contact.3. The electromagnetic opening/closing device of claim 1 , wherein the determination unit is configured to determine that opening malfunction occurs ...

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26-12-2013 дата публикации

Relay module for vehicle battery system

Номер: US20130342292A1
Принадлежит: Hyundai Motor Co

Disclosed herein is a relay module for a vehicle battery system. The relay module includes a movable unit configured to be moved by a magnetic field generated by a coil and a return spring within a relay. This movable unit controls a state of an electrical connection between relay electrodes. A microsensor installed between the movable unit and a fixed unit maintains a fixed location relative to the movable unit and is configured to induce a variation in an electrical physical quantity depending on a variation in a location of the movable unit relative to the fixed unit.

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02-01-2014 дата публикации

Electromagnetic opening/closing device

Номер: US20140002092A1
Принадлежит: Panasonic Corp

An electromagnetic opening/closing device comprises: a measurement part that measure a change associated with opening/closing of a contact (the number of times the contact has been opened or closed); a life determining part that determines a state of the contact, based on the change (the number of times the contact has been opened or closed) measured by the measurement part; and an output part that outputs the determined result by the life determining part to outside. Accordingly, differently from the conventional technique, an apparatus, equipped with the electromagnetic opening/closing device, has no need to count the number of times the contact has been opened or closed in order to manage the lifetime of the device, and it is possible to easily manage the lifetime compared with conventional devices.

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02-01-2014 дата публикации

ELECTROMAGNETIC OPENING/CLOSING DEVICE

Номер: US20140002945A1
Автор: Kodama Kazuhiro
Принадлежит: Panasonic Corporation

A contact resistance value detected by a detection means (a resistance detection part) is compared with a predetermined threshold value. A determining means (an abnormality determining part) determines that there is a failure when the contact resistance value exceeds the predetermined threshold value, and then an abnormality detection signal is outputted from an output means (an output part). Therefore, it is possible to detect a failure in a contact, such as oxidization generated on a surface of a contact or contact pressure reduction generated between contacts, based on the contact resistance value of a contact part. 1. An electromagnetic opening/closing device , comprising:a contact part having a fixed contact, and a movable contact that comes into contact with/separates from the fixed contact;a displacement means configured to make the movable contact come into contact with/separate from the fixed contact by displacing the movable contact;a detection means configured to detect contact resistance at the contact part;a determining means configured to compare a value relevant to the contact resistance detected by the detection means with a predetermined threshold value, and to determine that there is a failure when the value relevant to the contact resistance exceeds the predetermined threshold value; andan output means configured to output the determined result of the determining means.2. The electromagnetic opening/closing device according to claim 1 ,wherein the contact part comprising, as the fixed contact, two fixed contacts inserted in an electric path, andwherein the detection means comprises:a voltage detection part detecting a potential difference between the two fixed contacts; anda current detection part detecting a current flowing through the electric path,the detection means being configured to calculate, as the value relevant to the contact resistance, a contact resistance value, based on the potential difference between the two fixed contacts ...

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02-01-2014 дата публикации

ELECTROMAGNETIC OPENING/CLOSING DEVICE

Номер: US20140002946A1
Автор: Kodama Kazuhiro
Принадлежит: Panasonic Corporation

A malfunction determining unit compares an absolute value of the difference between a first count and a second count stored in a storage unit with a predetermined threshold. If the absolute value is less than a predetermined upper limit, the malfunction determining unit determines that a contact unit has no malfunction. If the absolute value is the upper limit or more, the malfunction determining unit determines that the contact unit has malfunction, and supplies the determination result to a control unit The control unit allows an output unit to output a malfunction detecting signal if receiving the determination result indicating the presence of malfunction from the malfunction determining unit 1. An electromagnetic opening/closing device , comprising a stationary contact and a moving contact , said electromagnetic opening/closing device being configured to open or close the stationary contact and the moving contact in accordance with an exterior command for opening or closing the stationary contact and the moving contact ,wherein the electromagnetic opening/closing device comprises:a first measurement unit configured to obtain a first count based on the number of times the exterior command has been input;a second measurement unit configured to obtain a second count based on the number of times the stationary contact and the moving contact have been actually opened or closed;a determination unit configured to determine a state of the stationary contact and the moving contact based on a difference between the first count and the second count; andan output unit configured to supply an exterior with a determination result by the determination unit.2. The electromagnetic opening/closing device of claim 1 , wherein the determination unit is configured to determine that malfunction is present in the stationary contact and the moving contact if an absolute value of said difference is equal to or more than a predetermined upper limit.3. The electromagnetic opening/closing ...

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16-01-2014 дата публикации

Relay-welding detection circuit and power supplying system

Номер: US20140016238A1
Автор: Shintaro Tazaki
Принадлежит: Panasonic Corp

The relay-welding detection circuit detects welding of relays (RYP, RYN) provided on a charging path from an external power supply (PW) to a first battery ( 14 ), and is provided with: a second battery ( 15 ) that can supply a welding-detection power supply independently of the external power supply (PW); a transistor switch ( 17 ) that is a circuit in which there is substantially zero current flowing in from the external power supply (PW) side of the relays, and that controls whether or not to supply the welding-detection power supply to the second battery ( 15 ) on the basis of the voltage at the external power supply (PW) side of the relays; and a control unit ( 18 ) that is electrically insulated from the transistor switch ( 17 ), and that to detects welding of the relays (RYP, RYN) on the basis of whether or not the transistor switch ( 17 ) has supplied the welding-detection power supply.

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23-01-2014 дата публикации

PROXIMITY SENSING STRUCTURE AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE HAVING PROXIMITY SENSING CAPABILITY

Номер: US20140021801A1
Принадлежит: WISTRON CORPORATION

The present invention relates to a proximity sensing structure, which is disposed in an article for detecting whether an object approaches the article. The article can be an electronic device. The proximity sensing structure comprises a first sensing electrode, a wire, a second sensing electrode, and a proximity sensor. Both ends of the wire are coupled electrically to the first and second sensing electrodes, respectively. The proximity sensor is coupled electrically to the wire, the first sensing electrode, and the second sensing electrode, and detects whether the object approaches the article according to an electrical status of the wire, the first sensing electrode, and the second sensing electrode. Thereby, the proximity sensing structure according to the present invention uses the wire to increase the sensing area. In addition, the wire design makes the disposal of the proximity sensing structure more flexible. 1. A proximity sensing structure , disposed in an article , used for detecting whether an object approaches said article , and comprising:a first sensing electrode;a wire, having an end coupled electrically to said first sensing electrode;a second sensing electrode, coupled to the other end of said wire; anda proximity sensor, coupled electrically to said wire, said first sensing electrode, and said second sensing electrode, and detecting whether said object approaches said article according to an electrical status of said wire, said first sensing electrode, and said second sensing electrode.2. The proximity sensing structure of claim 1 , wherein said first sensing electrode claim 1 , said second sensing electrode claim 1 , and said wire are located surrounding a target of said article.3. The proximity sensing structure of claim 2 , wherein said first sensing electrode is located at a first side of said target of said article claim 2 , said second sensing electrode is located at a second side of said target of said article claim 2 , and said wire is ...

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30-01-2014 дата публикации

Safety circuit assembly for switching on or off a hazardous system in a failsafe manner

Номер: US20140028453A1
Принадлежит: Pilz GmbH and Co KG

A safety circuit assembly for switching on or switching off a hazardous system in a failsafe manner has an evaluating device which is designed to produce a redundant switching signal. The evaluating device is connected to a signaling device via a first and a second line forming a pair of lines. The signaling device has an actuator which can be switched between a defined first state and at least one further state. The evaluating device produces a first defined pulse signal and transmits the first defined pulse signal to the signaling device using the pair of lines in a first direction. The signaling device produces a second defined pulse signal, which is a predefined replica of the first pulse signal, and transmits the second defined pulse signal to the evaluating device using the same pair of lines when the actuator is in the defined first state.

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13-02-2014 дата публикации

Electric storage apparatus and power path switch apparatus

Номер: US20140042828A1
Принадлежит: GS YUASA INTERNATIONAL LTD

An electric storage apparatus includes: an electric storage device; a potential difference measuring unit for measuring a potential difference at two arbitrary points on a charging/discharging path for the electric storage device; a self-holding switch disposed between the two points on the charging/discharging path; a current measuring unit for measuring a current flowing on the charging/discharging path; a switch controller for controlling switching of the self-holding switch based on at least the state of the electric storage device; and an operational state determining unit for determining the operational state of the self-holding switch based on the control state of the switch controller and at least one of a result measured by the potential difference measuring unit and a result measured by the current measuring unit.

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13-03-2014 дата публикации

NETWORK POWER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

Номер: US20140070628A1
Принадлежит: SERVER TECHNOLOGY, INC.

A power management device can include a housing, a power input associated with the housing, and a plurality of power outputs associated with the housing. At least certain power outputs can be connectable to one or more electrical loads external to the housing and to the power input. In some embodiments, a communications bus and one or more power control sections can be associated with the housing. In some embodiments, one or more power control sections can communicate with the communications bus and with one or more corresponding power outputs among the plurality of power outputs. In some embodiments, a power information display can communicate with the communications bus. If desired, a power information determining section can be associated with the housing and in communication with the communications bus. The power information determining section may communicate power-related information to the power information display. 1. A remotely manageable power distribution unit of a type useable to remotely control power provided to external electrical loads from a remote power manager location distal from the external electrical loads , the remotely manageable power distribution unit configured to be vertically mounted in a vertical electrical equipment rack and comprising in combination:A. a power distribution unit housing comprising a long, thin, vertical enclosure configured to be mounted in a vertical orientation in a back portion of the electrical equipment rack;B. at least one power input disposed in the power distribution unit housing;C. a plurality of power outputs disposed in the power distribution unit housing, each said power output being connectable to an electrical load external to the power distribution unit housing;D. a communications bus disposed in the power distribution unit housing;E. two or more power sections disposed in a longitudinal relationship in the power distribution unit housing, each comprising an electronic controller in communication with ...

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

Electric Drive and Emergency Stop Switch for Boats

Номер: US20180001987A1
Принадлежит: Torqeedo GmbH

A boat having an electric motor coupled with an electrical store is disclosed. The electrical store includes a storage element, and positive and negative poles in current-conducting connection with the storage element. An isolating circuit element is operatively connected to a user activatable emergency stop switch. The isolating circuit element is configured to, upon activation of the emergency stop switch, isolate the current-conducting connection between the storage element and at least one of the poles. 1. An outboard motor assembly for a boat , the outboard motor assembly comprising:an electric motor for propelling the boat; positive and negative poles in current-conducting connection with a battery cell;', 'a user activatable emergency stop switch, including a magnet and a magnetic field sensing sensor, the emergency stop switch activating when the sensor senses a magnetic field change caused by the magnet; and', 'an isolating circuit element operatively connected to the emergency stop switch, and configured to, upon activation of the emergency stop switch, isolate the current-conducting connection between at least one of the poles and the battery cell., 'a battery coupled to the electric motor, the battery including2. The outboard motor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the battery comprises a high-voltage source having a terminal voltage of more than 60 volts.3. The outboard motor assembly of claim 1 ,wherein the emergency stop switch is positioned on one or more of a housing and a tiller of the outboard motor assembly.4. The outboard motor assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:one or more electrical consumers in respective current-conducting connection with the poles of the battery; andone or more additional isolating circuit elements operatively connected to the emergency stop switch, and configured to, upon activation of the emergency stop switch, isolate the respective current-conducting connection between the one or more electrical consumers and at least ...

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06-01-2022 дата публикации

RELAY ARRANGEMENT WITH IMPROVED HEAT DISSIPATION AND CONVERTER DEVICE HAVING A RELAY ARRANGEMENT OF THIS KIND

Номер: US20220007498A1
Принадлежит:

A relay arrangement includes at least two series-connected relays, which are mechanically and electrically connected to a main printed circuit board via first terminals and second terminals, and at least one flat conductor for conducting current between the at least two series connected relays. The flat conductor is mechanically connected to the main printed circuit board and electrically and thermally connected to the first terminals of the relays, and the at least one flat conductor is configured to dissipate heat produced during operation of the relays. 1. A converter apparatus having a plurality of inverter bridges and a relay arrangement as a grid disconnector , the relay arrangement comprising:at least two multi-pole series-connected relays, which are mechanically and electrically connected to a main printed circuit board via first terminals and second terminals, anda plurality of conductors which are electrically isolated from one another and which are arranged at least partially spatially parallel and adjacent to one another and configured to conduct current between the at least two multi-pole series-connected relays, wherein each of the plurality of conductors is mechanically connected to the main printed circuit board and electrically and thermally connected to the first terminals of the multi-pole series-connected relays, wherein the plurality of conductors are configured to dissipate heat produced during operation of the at least two multi-pole series-connected relays.2. The converter apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein currents of a phase of the plurality of inverter bridges are each individually conducted via relay contacts of the at least two multi-pole series-connected relays and combined at one of the second terminals of the at least two multi-pole series-connected relays to form a joint phase connection.3. The converter apparatus as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the currents of a phase of the plurality of inverter bridges flow via different ...

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

Power distribution health management and monitoring

Номер: US20200003838A1
Автор: Nicholas J. Robertson
Принадлежит: Hamilton Sundstrand Corp

A switch arrangement includes a switch with a source lead and a load lead, a sensor coupled to the switch, and a switch monitor. The switch monitor is in communication with the sensor and is responsive to instructions recorded on a memory to receive a measurement of a switch parameter from the sensor, compare the measurement to a baseline associated with the switch, and determine switch margin using the comparison of the measurement with the baseline associated with the switch. Aircraft electrical systems and methods of monitoring electrical systems are also disclosed.

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07-01-2021 дата публикации

WIRELESS CONTROL MODULE, WIRELESS WALL SWITCH, POWERED DEVICE AND SYSTEM

Номер: US20210003982A1
Автор: Wang Huijun
Принадлежит:

A wireless control module includes: a main control module, a live wire connection/disconnection detection module, a wireless communication module and a control switch. The live wire connection/disconnection detection module is configured to detect a connection/disconnection state of a live wire coupled to a flash switch in series, and the flash switch is in a switch-off state when being pressed by external force and in a switch-on state when not being pressed by the external force. The wireless communication module is configured to receive a wireless control message and upload a current state of a powered device, and the wireless control message is configured to control an on/off state of the powered device. The main control module is configured to generate a control instruction for changing the current state of the powered device. 1. A wireless control module , comprising:a main control module, a live wire connection/disconnection detection module coupled to the main control module, a wireless communication module coupled to the main control module, and a control switch coupled to the main control module, wherein:the live wire connection/disconnection detection module is configured to detect a connection/disconnection state of a live wire coupled to a flash switch in series, wherein the flash switch is in a switch-off state when being pressed by external force and in a switch-on state when not being pressed by the external force;the wireless communication module is configured to receive a wireless control message and upload a current state of a powered device, wherein the wireless control message is configured to control an on/off state of the powered device; and generating, according to the connection/disconnection state of the live wire and the current state of the powered device, a control instruction for changing the current state; or', 'maintaining the current state of the powered device or generating the control instruction for changing the current state ...

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05-01-2017 дата публикации

CONSTANT VOLTAGE SUPPLYING CIRCUIT FOR CIRCUIT BREAKER

Номер: US20170004944A1
Автор: SEON Jongkug
Принадлежит: LSIS CO., LTD.

The constant voltage supplying circuit for a circuit breaker according the invention comprises: a first switching device; a constant current source configured to supply a constant current; a feedback circuit section commonly connected to an output terminal of each of the first switching device and the constant current source; a constant voltage source connected to the feedback circuit section, and configured to supply a constant voltage; a current adjusting circuit section connected to the output terminal of the first switching device, and configured to adjust an output current of the first switching device; and a divided voltage resistor section including a first resistor and a second resistor, and configured to provide a divided voltage of an output voltage of the constant voltage supplying circuit, to the feedback circuit section, through a connection node between the first resistor and the second resistor. 1. A constant voltage supplying circuit for a circuit breaker , which receives a direct current input voltage obtained by converting an alternating current to a direct current from a rectifying circuit , the constant voltage supplying circuit comprising:a first switching device configured to supply the direct current input voltage after stepping down a voltage;a constant current source connected to the first switching device in parallel, and configured to supply a constant current;a feedback circuit section commonly connected to the first switching device and output terminal of the constant current source;a constant voltage source connected to the feedback circuit section, and configured to supply a constant voltage;a current adjusting circuit section connected to the output terminal of the first switching device, and configured to adjust an output current of the first switching device; anda divided voltage resistor section connected to an output terminal of the current adjusting circuit section and a ground, including a first resistor and a second resistor, ...

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

Safety Switching Device For Fail-Safely Disconnecting An Electrical Load

Номер: US20180005788A1
Принадлежит:

A safety switching device for fail-safely disconnecting an electrical load has an input part for receiving a safety-relevant input signal, a logic part for processing the at least one safety-relevant input signal, and an output part. The output part has a relay coil and four relay contacts. The first and second relay contacts are arranged electrically in series with one another. The third and fourth relay contacts are also arranged electrically in series with one another. The first and the third relay contacts are mechanically coupled to each other and form a first group of positively driven relay contacts. The second and the fourth relay contacts are mechanically coupled to each other and form a second group of positively driven relay contacts. The logic part redundantly controls the first and the second groups of positively driven relay contacts to selectively allow, or to interrupt in a fail-safe manner, a current flow to the electrical load, depending on the safety-relevant input signal. The relay coil is electromagnetically coupled to the first and second groups of positively driven relay contacts so that the logic part can control the relay contacts together via a single relay coil. 1. A safety switching device for fail-safely disconnecting an electrical load , comprising:an input part for receiving at least one safety-relevant input signal,a logic part for processing the at least one safety-relevant input signal, andan output part which comprises a relay coil and a first relay contact, a second relay contact, a third relay contact, and a fourth relay contact,wherein the first and the second relay contacts are arranged electrically in series with one another,wherein the third and the fourth relay contacts are arranged electrically in series with one another,wherein the first and the third relay contacts are mechanically coupled to each other so as to form a first group of positively driven relay contacts,wherein the second and the fourth relay contacts are ...

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07-01-2021 дата публикации

SOLID STATE CIRCUIT BREAKER BUTTON INTERLOCKING SYSTEM

Номер: US20210005413A1
Принадлежит: Eaton Intelligent Power Limited

A multi-level feedback actuator assembly for a circuit breaker assembly including an interlock system. The interlock system for the multi-level feedback actuator assembly is structured to maintain the multi-level feedback actuator assembly, and elements thereof, in a safe configuration. The interlock system for the multi-level feedback actuator assembly includes an interlock assembly structured to configure the rotary solenoid and at least one of the first actuator or the second actuator in a safe configuration. 1. An interlock system for a circuit breaker assembly , said circuit breaker assembly structured to have a use current selectively passed therethrough , said circuit breaker assembly including a housing assembly , a separable contact assembly , a trip assembly and an operating mechanism , said housing assembly defining a substantially enclosed space , said separable contact assembly including a number of fixed contacts and a number of movable contacts , each said movable contact movable between an open , first position , wherein each said movable contact is spaced from , and is not in electrical communication with , an associated fixed contact , and , a second position , wherein each said movable contact is coupled to , and is in electrical communication with , the associated fixed contact , said trip assembly structured to detect an overcurrent condition and to provide an overcurrent signal when an overcurrent condition is detected , said operating mechanism structured to move said number of movable contacts between said first and second positions , said operating mechanism including an elongated crossbar , said operating mechanism crossbar rotatably coupled to said housing assembly , said operating mechanism crossbar structured to move between a first position and a second position corresponding to said movable contacts first position and said movable contacts second position , said interlock system comprising:a rotary solenoid including a rotating output ...

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

Wall-Mounted Smart Switches and Outlets for Use in Building Wiring for Load Control, Home Automation, and/or Security Purposes

Номер: US20200006023A1
Принадлежит:

Electrical switch devices are installed at in-wall electrical boxes of a building. Each device features a switch module with multiple electrically controlled switches for respective connection of multiple load circuits. A control panel with a user interface is mountable over the electrical box and is connected or connectable to the switch module. A communications transceiver of each device is operable to transmit and receive communications to and from each of the other devices. The control panel has a touch-screen display, and is configured to display virtual on-screen switches, including at least one virtual switch whose output is assigned to a respective one of the electrically controlled switches of the other devices. The at least one virtual switch at one device is thereby operable to control at least one load at another of said devices. User selected names are assignable to the switches, and used to label the virtual switches. 1. A system comprising a plurality of electrical switch devices for installation at respective in-wall electrical boxes for control over electrical loads of a building , each electrical switch device comprising:a switch module comprising a plurality of electrically controlled switches, and a respective set of line and neutral contacts for each of said plurality of electrically controlled switches to enable connection of a different respective load circuit across each of said plurality of electrically controlled switches;a control panel mountable over an open front of the in-wall electrical box and having a user-interface to enable operation of said control panel by a user;a connection connected or connectable between the control panel and the switch module to enable transmission of signals from the control panel to the switch module, including control signals operable to control the plurality of electrically controlled switches of the switch module; anda communications transceiver operable to transmit and receive communications to and ...

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

Switch Self-Actuation Mitigation Using A Tracking Signal

Номер: US20200006024A1
Автор: Doug Hawk
Принадлежит: Menlo Microsystems Inc

A method of mitigating self-actuation of a switch may comprise generating a tracking signal, based on an input signal that the switch is configured to convey, and combining the tracking signal with an actuating signal to generate a modified actuating signal. The actuating signal may be configured to change a state of the switch from a first state (e.g., ON) to a second state (e.g., OFF). The method further comprises selectively applying the modified actuating signal to a gate of the switch. A switch self-actuation mitigation system may comprise a first coupling device for electrically couple an AC component of a first signal to a node, where the first signal is applied a switch input. The system may further comprise a second coupling device configured to electrically couple an actuating signal to the node, and a driving device configured to selectively couple the node to a gate of the switch.

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

DC POWER SUPPLY CONNECTOR AND DC POWER SOURCE DEVICE

Номер: US20180006409A1
Автор: Morita Tadashi
Принадлежит: SONY CORPORATION

An object is to provide a DC power supply connector that can suppress occurrence of an arc discharge at DC power off with a small-scale configuration without reducing power efficiency during DC power supply and can reduce heat generation. 1. A DC power supply connector at least comprising:a positive-electrode-side electrode and a negative-electrode-side electrode configured to supply DC power, a movable contact piece configured to touch a first contact in a state where a terminal on a power receiving side in which a DC current flows at supply of the DC power is inserted and configured to touch a second contact in a state where the terminal is not inserted, and', 'a current limiting circuit configured to include a switching element and configured to decrease the current flowing in the terminal through the movable contact piece when the terminal is removed, and, 'wherein provided on at least any of a positive-electrode-side electrode side and a negative-electrode-side electrode side are'}the current limiting circuit does not flow a current to the switching element in the case where the movable contact piece is touching the first contact, and flows a current to the terminal through the movable contact piece until the movable contact piece is separated from the first contact and linked to the second contact, and gradually decreases the flowing current.2. The DC power supply connector according to claim 1 ,wherein, in the state where the terminal is not inserted, the movable contact piece touches the second contact with an elastic force of an elastic member.3. The DC power supply connector according to claim 2 ,wherein the movable contact piece is configured as a snap switch in which the elastic force of the elastic member is used.4. The DC power supply connector according to claim 2 ,wherein the movable contact piece is configured as a microswitch in which the elastic force of the elastic member is used.5. The DC power supply connector according to claim 1 ,wherein the ...

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03-01-2019 дата публикации

RELAY DEVICE

Номер: US20190006138A1
Принадлежит: Omron Corporation

A miniature and inexpensive relay device is provided. A relay device, i.e., a relay unit, includes a breakdown detection unit that does not detect breakdown of an operation of a first switching element and detect breakdown of an operation of a second switching element. When a switching control unit switches an external load circuit from non-conductivity to conductivity, the switching control unit switches the second switching element from non-conductivity to conductivity after switching the first switching element from non-conductivity to conductivity. When the switching control unit switches the load circuit from conductivity to non-conductivity, the switching control unit switches the first switching element from conductivity to non-conductivity after switching the second switching element from conductivity to non-conductivity. 1. A relay device that is connected to an external load circuit via a first output terminal and a second output terminal and switches between conductivity and non-conductivity of the load circuit , the relay device comprising:a first switching element and a second switching element connected to each other in series between the first output terminal and the second output terminal;a breakdown detection unit configured to detect breakdown of operations of the switching elements; anda switching control unit configured to control switching of the first switching element and the second switching element,wherein the breakdown detection unit does not detect the breakdown of the operation of the first switching element and detects the breakdown of the operation of the second switching element, andwherein, when the switching control unit switches the load circuit from non-conductivity to conductivity, the switching control unit switches the second switching element from non-conductivity to conductivity after switching the first switching element from non-conductivity to conductivity, and when the switching control unit switches the load circuit from ...

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FAULT INTERRUPTION WITH MEMS SWITCHES

Номер: US20180006445A1
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An electrical system includes an operation MEMS switch operable in on and off states to enable and disable current flow to a load and a fault interruption MEMS switch positioned in series with the operation MEMS switch. The fault interruption MEMS switch is operable in on and off states to enable and disable current flow to the electrical load, with operation of the fault interruption MEMS switch in the off state disabling current flow to the load regardless of the state of the operation MEMS switch. A fault sensor control system operate to sense a system variable, analyze the system variable to detect if a fault is affecting the electrical system and, upon detection of a fault, switch the fault interruption MEMS switch from the on state to the off state to interrupt current flowing through the operation MEMS switch to the load. 1. An electrical system having a fault interruption micro-electro-mechanical system (MEMS) switch unit , the electrical system comprising:a first operation MEMS switch positioned in a first electrical path, the first operation MEMS switch operable in an on state that enables current to flow to a first electrical load and an off state that disables current from flowing to the first electrical load;a first fault interruption MEMS switch positioned in series with the first operation MEMS switch, the first fault interruption MEMS switch operable in an on state that enables current to flow to the first electrical load and an off state that disables current from flowing to the first electrical load, wherein operation of the first fault interruption MEMS switch in the off state disables current from flowing to the first electrical load regardless of the state of the first operation MEMS switch;a first fault sensor positioned to sense a first system variable; and receive the first system variable from the first fault sensor;', 'analyze the first system variable to detect if a fault is affecting the electrical system; and', 'upon detection of a fault ...

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07-01-2021 дата публикации

POWER SUPPLY DEVICE FOR PROTECTIVE RELAY

Номер: US20210006239A1
Автор: Lee Young-Joo
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The present disclosure relates to a power supply device for a protective relay. The power supply device comprises a power circuit for supplying a power to the control circuit, wherein the power circuit includes: a semiconductor switch element having an input terminal connected to a first node for receiving a direct current, and an output terminal connected to a reference node, wherein the reference node has a voltage lower than a voltage of the first node; and a first voltage drop element disposed between the first node and a second node, wherein the second node is connected to a switching terminal of the semiconductor switch element. 1. A power supply device capable of providing a stable power to a control circuit , wherein the control circuit is configured to control a circuit breaker connected to a power system ,wherein the power supply device comprises a power circuit for supplying a power to the control circuit,wherein the power circuit includes:a semiconductor switch element having an input terminal connected to a first node for receiving a direct current, and an output terminal connected to a reference node, wherein the reference node has a voltage lower than a voltage of the first node; anda first voltage drop element disposed between the first node and a second node, wherein the second node is connected to a switching terminal of the semiconductor switch element.2. The power supply device of claim 1 , wherein the power circuit further includes a capacitor disposed between the second node and the reference node.3. The power supply device of claim 2 , wherein when a voltage higher than a first breakdown voltage is applied across the first voltage drop element claim 2 , the first voltage drop element electrically conducts to charge the capacitor.4. The power supply device of claim 2 , wherein the power circuit further includes a second voltage drop element disposed between the second node and the reference node.5. The power supply device of claim 4 , wherein ...

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

DC POWER SYSTEM BREAKER FOR TRANSPORTATION VEHICLE

Номер: US20200006935A1
Автор: Francis Roderick M.
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A thermal hazard protection circuit for a transportation vehicle comprises an interruptible power circuit connected between a power source and load, and a failsafe circuit operative to permanently interrupt current flow under an overcurrent condition. The interruptible power circuit comprises a Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) component in series with bi-stable relay configured as a SPST switch. The failsafe circuit comprises a failsafe relay energized by current in the interruptible power circuit. An input of the failsafe relay is connected to the battery, and a normally closed (NC) output (not connected to the input so long as the failsafe relay is energized) is connected to a control input of the bi-stable relay that opens the SPST switch. In an overcurrent condition, the PTC component limits current flow, switching the failsafe relay input to its NC outputs, providing a control signal to open the SPST switch, rendering the interruptible power circuit non-conductive and isolating the load. 1. A thermal hazard protection circuit for a transportation vehicle including a battery having positive and negative terminals , and one or more loads , comprising: a first positive temperature coefficient (PTC) component operative to limit current through the interruptible power circuit to a first predetermined current value in response to heat in excess of a first predetermined thermal value; and', 'a bi-stable relay connected in series with the first PTC component and operative to selectively open or close the interruptible power circuit;, 'an interruptible power circuit connected between the battery and the load, the interruptible power circuit comprisinga failsafe circuit connected between the interruptible power circuit and a first control input of the bi-stable relay operative to cause the bi-stable relay to open the interruptible power circuit in response to the first PTC component limiting current through the interruptible power circuit.2. The thermal hazard ...

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

AVR BYPASS RELAY WELDING DETECTION

Номер: US20200006979A1
Автор: LIN Wei Hsiang
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According to one aspect, embodiments of the invention provide a UPS system comprising an input, an output, a neutral connection, an AVR transformer, relays configured to selectively couple a primary winding of the AVR transformer to the input and the output, a bypass relay configured to selectively couple the primary winding to the neutral connection, a DC/AC inverter, and a controller configured to operate the relays, the bypass relay, and the DC/AC inverter to provide output AC power derived from at least one of input AC power and backup DC power, wherein in a backup power mode, the controller is further configured to operate the DC/AC inverter to convert the backup DC power into AC power provided to a secondary winding of the AVR transformer, to monitor the AC output power, and to identify that the bypass relay has decoupled the primary winding from the neutral connection. 1. An Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) system comprising:an input to receive input AC power;an output to provide AC output power to a load;a neutral connection;an automatic voltage regulation (AVR) transformer having a primary winding and a secondary winding;a plurality of relays coupled to the input, the output, and the primary winding, the plurality of relays configured to selectively couple the primary winding to the input and the output;a bypass relay configured to selectively couple the primary winding of the AVR transformer to the neutral connection;a DC/AC inverter circuit coupled to the secondary winding and configured to be coupled to a backup power source and to receive backup DC power from the backup power source; anda controller configured to operate the plurality of relays, the bypass relay, and the DC/AC inverter circuit to provide the output AC power to the load derived from at least one of the input AC power and the backup DC power,wherein in a backup power mode of operation, the controller is further configured to operate the plurality of relays to decouple the AVR ...

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20-01-2022 дата публикации

METHODS FOR ESTIMATING A PROPERTY OF AN ELECTRIAL SWITCHING DEVICE, ASSOCIATED DEVICES

Номер: US20220018904A1
Принадлежит: Schneider Electric Industries SAS

A method for estimating a property of an electrical switching device includes: 1. A method for estimating a property of an electrical switching device , said device including an electromagnetic actuator comprising a coil , the method comprising:measuring the electric current flowing through the coil;measuring the supply electrical voltage of a control circuit for the actuator;injecting an electric current pulse into the coil of the actuator;identifying a first time corresponding to the time for which the current flowing through the coil reaches a predetermined threshold value when said current increases following the injection of the pulse;identifying a second time corresponding to the time for which the current flowing through the coil again reaches the predetermined threshold value when said current decreases after the spike of the pulse; andestimating the resistance of the coil on the basis of the ratio of the sum of the values of said voltage that are measured between the second time and the first time, to the sum of the values of said current that are measured between the second time and the first time.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising estimating the inductance of the coil of the actuator on the basis of the estimated resistance value.4. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising estimating the temperature of the coil of the actuator on the basis of the estimated resistance value.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the method is implemented when the switching device is in the open state.8. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the method is implemented when the switching device is in the closed state claim 1 , preferably during a holding phase in which the current pulse is repeated periodically.9. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the second time is identified as the time for which the measured current value is the nearest of the measured current values to the predetermined threshold value when said current ...

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20-01-2022 дата публикации

DETECTING A POSITION OF AN ARMATURE IN AN ELECTROMAGNETIC ACTUATOR

Номер: US20220020549A1
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A system may include an armature configured to move between a first position that electrically couples the armature to a first contact and a second position that electrically couples the armature to a second contact. The system may also include a coil configured receive a current, such that the current conducting in the coil is configured to magnetize a core. The magnetized core may cause the armature to move from the first position to the second position. The system may also include a control system configured to detect a position of the armature based on an inductance of the coil. 1. A system , comprising:an armature configured to move between a first position that electrically couples the armature to a first contact and a second position that electrically couples the armature to a second contact;a coil configured receive a current, wherein the current conducting in the coil is configured to magnetize a core, thereby causing the armature to move from the first position to the second position; anda control system configured to detect a position of the armature based on an inductance of the coil.2. The system of claim 1 , comprising a circuit claim 1 , wherein the circuit comprises:an H-bridge circuit configured to provide a current to the coil; anda measurement circuit configured to detect a measurement of the current.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the control system is configured to detect the position of the armature by transmitting a pulse-width modulated signal to the H-bridge circuit.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the measurement circuit comprises a diode configured to convert the measurement of the current into a voltage value.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the control system is configured to determine the position of the armature based on the voltage value.6. The system of claim 2 , wherein the measurement circuit comprises a switch configured to receive a gate signal that causes the measurement circuit to detect the measurement of the current.7. ...

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27-01-2022 дата публикации

SOLID STATE CIRCUIT BREAKER BUTTON INTERLOCKING SYSTEM

Номер: US20220028640A1
Принадлежит: Eaton Intelligent Power Limited

A multi-level feedback actuator assembly for a circuit breaker assembly including an interlock system. The interlock system for the multi-level feedback actuator assembly is structured to maintain the multi-level feedback actuator assembly, and elements thereof, in a safe configuration. The interlock system for the multi-level feedback actuator assembly includes an interlock assembly structured to configure the rotary solenoid and at least one of the first actuator or the second actuator in a safe configuration. 16-. (canceled)7. An interlock system for a circuit breaker assembly , the circuit breaker assembly being structured to have a use current selectively passed therethrough and including a housing assembly , a separable contact assembly , a trip assembly , and an operating mechanism , the separable contact assembly including a number of sets of separable contacts that are movable between an open , first position , and a closed second position , the operating mechanism being structured to move the number of sets of separable contacts between the first and second positions , the operating mechanism including an elongated crossbar that is structured to move between a first position and a second position corresponding to the first and second positions of the number of sets of separable contacts , said interlock system comprising:a rotary solenoid;an actuator assembly including a first actuator, a second actuator, and a linkage assembly;said linkage assembly operatively coupled with said rotary solenoid, said first actuator, and said second actuator; andan interlock assembly structured to configure said rotary solenoid and at least one of the first actuator and the second actuator in a safe configuration.8. The interlock system of wherein:said rotary solenoid includes a rotating output shaft operatively coupled to said linkage assembly; andsaid rotary solenoid output shaft being movable between a first position and a second position.9. The interlock system of ...

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14-01-2021 дата публикации

Relay

Номер: US20210012987A1
Принадлежит:

A relay is disclosed. In an embodiment a relay includes a first switching contact having a first main contact, a second main contact and a first movable contact; a second switching contact having a third main contact, a fourth main contact and a second movable contact, wherein the second switching contact is electrically isolated from the first switching contact; and an actuator configured to move both the first and second movable contacts from a first switching state into a second switching state by moving a drive element of the actuator from a first position into a second position. 114-. (canceled)15. A relay comprising:a first switching contact having a first main contact, a second main contact and a first movable contact;a second switching contact having a third main contact, a fourth main contact and a second movable contact, wherein the second switching contact is electrically isolated from the first switching contact; andan actuator configured to move both the first and second movable contacts from a first switching state into a second switching state by moving a drive element of the actuator from a first position into a second position, wherein, in a normal operating mode, the movable contacts and the main contacts are not permanently connected to one another,wherein, in the first switching state, the first movable contact is coupled in an electrically conductive manner between the first and second main contacts and the second movable contact is coupled in an electrically conductive manner between the third and fourth main contacts,wherein, in the second switching state, the first movable contact is electrically isolated from the first and second main contacts and the second movable contact is electrically isolated form the third and fourth main contacts, andwherein the actuator is further configured to move one of the movable contacts from the first switching state into the second switching state by moving the drive element from the first position in a ...

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15-01-2015 дата публикации

Safety Relay Circuit

Номер: US20150016007A1
Автор: Fabian Zink
Принадлежит: Phoenix Contact GmbH and Co KG

Safety relay circuit, in particular, comprising two series-connected or parallel-connected relay switches (k 1, k 2 ) in a load current circuit (LN). The relay switch (k 1 ) is assigned a switch position indicator circuit (A 1 ). An evaluation circuit compares the command input to the relay (k 1 ) with the display of the indicator circuit (A 1 ), so that any fault states that may occur at the relay switches can be detected.

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14-01-2021 дата публикации

INTELLIGENT AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH MODULE

Номер: US20210013735A1
Принадлежит: ZONIT STRUCTURED SOLUTIONS, LLC

An automatic transfer switch () for automatically switching an electrical load between two power sources is provided. Two power cords () enter the ATS (A power and B power inputs) and one cord () exits the ATS (power out to the load). The ATS has indicators () located beneath a clear crenelated plastic lens () that also acts as the air inlets. The ATS () also has a communication portal () and a small push-button () used for inputting some local control commands directly to the ATS (). The ATS () can be mounted on a DIN rail at a rack and avoids occupying rack shelves. 1. An automatic transfer switch , comprising:a first electrical input for receiving power from a first power source;a second electrical input for receiving power from a second power source;an electrical output for outputting power to one or more electrical devices;a power sense and transfer module for monitoring power delivered by at least one of said first and second electrical inputs and selectively coupling said electrical output to one of said first and second electrical inputs based on said monitoring; anda primary source selector for selecting one of said first and second electrical inputs as a primary input for connection to said power output in a default condition.2. An automatic transfer switch as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said power sense and transfer module is operative to switch between said first and second electrical inputs based on a quality of a power signal delivered via one of said first and second electrical inputs.3. An automatic transfer switch as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said power sense and transfer module is operative to monitor the power signals delivered via the first and second electrical inputs and to connect one of said first and second electrical inputs to said electrical output based on said monitored power signals.4. An automatic transfer switch as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said primary source selector selects said primary input based on a user input.5. ...

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

INTELLIGENT LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEM APPARATUSES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS

Номер: US20180014384A1
Автор: Charlton Erik Allen
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The present disclosure provides an intelligent lighting control system for temporarily opening a circuit in the system. The lighting control system includes a light switch module including a switch control circuit. The switch control circuit includes a processor configured to modulate the flow of electrical energy to the lighting circuit via a dimmer circuit to produce a plurality of lighting scenes by varying the illumination of the light bulb. The processor is, in response to receipt of a control command to discontinue illumination of the light bulb, configured to cause, for a first pre-specified period of time, the amperage of the current flowing from an alternating current power supply to the power circuit to be reduced, and open, for the first pre-specified period of time, the electrical connection between the switch control circuit and an electrical connector. 1. A lighting control system comprising:a base module including a base housing forming a well and including a first electrical connector positioned in the well, the first electrical connector connected to a power circuit that is configured to receive current from an A.C. power supply and is configured to be electrically coupled to a lighting circuit of a light fixture, wherein the base module is configured to connect the current from the A.C. power supply to the lighting circuit for illumination of a light bulb connected to the light fixture; and a module housing,', 'a graphical user interface coupled to the module housing,', 'a rechargeable battery housed in the module housing,', 'a second electrical connector electrically connected to the rechargeable battery, the second electrical connector configured for engagement with and electrical coupling to the first electrical connector of the base module when nested in the well of the base module, and', 'a switch control circuit positioned in the housing and including a processor configured to modulate the flow of electrical energy to the lighting circuit via ...

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18-01-2018 дата публикации

Methods, systems, and apparatuses for detecting activation of an electronic device

Номер: US20180014787A1
Принадлежит: Qualcomm Inc

Disclosed are devices and methods for detecting activation of an electronic device, including a biomedical and biometric device. The electronic device can operate in a low-power mode until it is determined that the electronic device is in close proximity to or in contact with a body, and activated. The electronic device can include a first sensor including a first capacitance sensor, a second sensor, and a controller coupled to the first sensor and the second sensor. The controller can receive a first signal from the first sensor and determine that the electronic device is in close proximity to or in contact with a body based on the first signal, and receive a second signal from the second sensor and determine that the electronic device is activated based on one or both of the first signal and the second signal. The electronic device can transition from the low-power mode to an active mode in response to determining that the electronic device is activated.

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16-01-2020 дата публикации

Propeller blade angle feedback arrangement and method

Номер: US20200017195A1
Принадлежит: Pratt and Whitney Canada Corp

A blade angle feedback ring assembly for an aircraft engine propeller having adjustable angle blades is provided. The feedback ring assembly comprises a feedback ring coupled to rotate with the propeller, the engine configured such that a first electrically-conductive path is defined between the propeller and the engine via the feedback ring, and an electric current conduction element provided between the propeller and the engine to define a second electrically-conductive path between the propeller and the engine in parallel to the first path, the second electrically-conductive path configured with a lower electrical resistance to conduction between the propeller and the engine than the first electrically-conductive path.

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18-01-2018 дата публикации

ELECTRICAL LEAKAGE DETECTION APPARATUS

Номер: US20180017609A1
Принадлежит: FUJITSU TEN LIMITED

An electrical leakage detection apparatus includes a microcomputer and a relay. The microcomputer is configured to perform an electrical leakage diagnosis to determine whether or not a direct-current leakage exists from a secondary battery that provides and receives electricity to/from an alternating-current power system that includes an electrical leakage detector that detects an alternating-current leakage of alternating-current power supplied from a utility power source. The relay disconnectably connects the secondary battery with the microcomputer. 1. An electrical leakage detection apparatus comprising:a microcomputer configured to perform an electrical leakage diagnosis to determine whether or not a direct-current leakage exists from a secondary battery that provides and receives electricity to/from an alternating-current power system that includes an electrical leakage detector that detects an alternating-current leakage of alternating-current power supplied from a utility power source; anda relay that disconnectably connects the secondary battery with the microcomputer.2. The electrical leakage detection apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe microcomputer causes the relay (i) to be in an ON-state in a case where the electrical leakage diagnosis is performed and (ii) to be in an OFF-state while the electrical leakage diagnosis is not performed, so that the relay disconnects the microcomputer from the secondary battery while the electrical leakage diagnosis is not performed.3. The electrical leakage detection apparatus according to claim 2 , further comprising:a detection resistor and a coupling capacitor through which the microcomputer outputs a square wave to the secondary battery; anda filter that removes noise from a voltage signal that is output from a connection point between the detection resistor and the coupling capacitor, whereinthe microcomputer performs a weld diagnosis to determine whether or not the relay is welded in one of the ON-state ...

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19-01-2017 дата публикации

Safety-Oriented Load Switching Device and Method for Operating a Safety-Oriented Load Switching Device

Номер: US20170018383A1
Принадлежит:

A safety-oriented load switching device including a first current branch, which extends from a first supply connection to a first load connection and having a first switching means, and having a second current branch, which extends from a second supply connection to a second load connection and including a second switching means, wherein a first test branch is connected to a first measuring point located between the first switching means and the first load connection and is also connected to the second supply connection and includes a series connection of a first test switch and a first measuring device, wherein a second test branch is connected to a second measuring point between the second switching means and the second load connection and is connected to the first supply connection and includes a series connection of a second test switch and a second measuring device. 1. A safety-oriented load switching device for electrical switching of an automation component , comprising a first current branch , which extends from a first supply connection to a first load connection and which includes a first switching means , which selectively interrupts the first current branch , and comprising a second current branch , which extends from a second supply connection to a second load connection and which includes a second switching means , which selectively interrupts the second current branch , wherein a first test branch is connected to a first measuring point located between the first switching means and the first load connection , wherein the first test branch is connected to the second supply connection and comprises a series connection of a first test switch and a first measuring device and wherein a second test branch is connected to a second measuring point located between the second switching means and the second load connection , wherein the second test branch is connected to the first supply connection and comprises a series connection of a second test switch and a ...

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19-01-2017 дата публикации

Method for monitoring the state of the earthing contacts of a contactor controllable by means of an exciter coil

Номер: US20170018384A1
Автор: Olivier Cois
Принадлежит: ROBERT BOSCH GMBH

The present invention relates to a method for monitoring the state of the earthing contacts of a contactor controlled by an exciter coil, said contactor being operated as part of an isolation unit for galvanically isolating a voltage source from an electric consumer device connected to the voltage source, wherein a first power loss ( 22 ), which is transferred via the earthing contacts, and a second power loss ( 23 ), which is transferred via the exciter coil, are detected, and the first power loss ( 22 ) and the second power loss ( 23 ) are fed as input variables to a thermal model ( 21 ) of the contactor, the thermal model ( 21 ) determines an earthing contact temperature ( 24 ) according to at least one of the input variables and provides said contactor temperature as an output variable, and the provided earthing contact temperature ( 24 ) is evaluated.

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

MINI AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH

Номер: US20220037915A1
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An automatic transfer switch () for automatically switching an electrical load between two power sources is provided. Two power cords () enter the ATS (A power and B power inputs) and one cord () exits the ATS (power out to the load). The ATS has indicators () located beneath a clear crenelated plastic lens () that also acts as the air inlets. The ATS () also has a communication portal () and a small push-button () used for inputting some local control commands directly to the ATS (). The ATS () can be mounted on a DIN rail at a rack and avoids occupying rack shelves. 1. An automatic transfer switch system , comprising;a switch unit having a first input for receiving a first power signal via a first power cord extending between said switch unit and first power outlet associated with a first power source, a second input for receiving a second power signal via a second power cord extending between said switch unit and a second power outlet associated with a second power source, an output for providing a power signal to a connected load, and a switch for selectively connecting one of said first and second inputs to said output depending on a power signal status of at least one of said first and second power signals;an optical coupler device for sensing said power signal status; anda power surge managing circuit, responsive to said optical coupler device, for managing power surges at said switch unit, said power surge managing circuit being disposed at at least one of: 1) between said switch unit and one of said first and second power outlets, and 2) between said switch unit and said load.2. The switch system of claim 1 , wherein said switch comprises a switch relay for selectively connecting one of said first and second inputs to said output and said power surge managing circuit includes a gatekeeper relay disposed in series with said switch relay.3. The switch system of claim 2 , wherein said optical coupler device is operative to detect a power event in relation to ...

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17-01-2019 дата публикации

ELECTRICAL RELAY DEVICE

Номер: US20190019642A1
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The electrical relay device comprising a component of electrical relay type including a controllable motor, and a switching module including at least one fixed electrical contact, and at least one movable electrical contact that is mechanically coupled to the motor and configured to be placed, using the motor, in at least one position, referred to as the disconnected position, in which it does not make contact with a fixed electrical contact, or in at least one position, referred to as the connected position, in which it does make contact with the at least one fixed electrical contact. 1. An electrical relay device comprising:a controllable motor; and a fixed electrical contact, and', 'a movable electrical contact that is mechanically coupled to the motor and configured to be placed, using the motor, in a disconnected position in which the movable electrical contact does not make contact with the fixed electrical contact, or in a connected position in which the movable electrical contact does make contact with the fixed electrical contact., 'a switching module including'}2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the switching module includes a first fixed electrical contact and a second fixed electrical contact and the movable electrical contact is configured to be placed either in the disconnected position claim 1 , or in a first connected position in which the movable electrical contact makes contact with the first fixed electrical contact claim 1 , or in a second connected position in which the movable electrical contact makes contact with the second fixed electrical contact.3. The device according to claim 1 , further comprising a drive module configured to drive movements of the motor so as to place the movable electrical contact in the disconnected position or in the connected position.4. The device according to claim 3 , wherein the switching module further comprises a position sensor configured to detect whether the movable electrical contact is not in ...

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17-01-2019 дата публикации

Relay

Номер: US20190019643A1
Автор: Bobert Peter
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A relay is disclosed. In an embodiment a relay includes a magnet armature including a magnetic core and a permanent magnet secured to the magnet armature for identifying a position of the magnet armature. 115-. (canceled)16. A relay comprising:a magnet armature comprising a magnetic core; anda permanent magnet secured to the magnet armature for identifying a position of the magnet armature.17. The relay according to claim 16 , further comprising a housing claim 16 , wherein the magnet armature and the permanent magnet are arranged in the housing.18. The relay according to claim 16 , further comprising a magnetic sensor for detecting a magnetic field of the permanent magnet.19. The relay according to claim 18 , further comprising a housing claim 18 , wherein the magnetic sensor is arranged outside of the housing.20. The relay according to claim 18 , wherein the magnetic sensor comprises a switch.21. The relay according to claim 20 , wherein the switch comprises a reed switch.22. The relay according to claim 20 , further comprising a plurality of contacts claim 20 , wherein the switch is closed when the contacts are open or wherein the switch is open when the contacts are closed.23. The relay according to claim 18 , wherein the magnetic sensor comprises a changeover switch.24. The relay according to claim 16 , wherein the permanent magnet is secured to the magnetic core.25. The relay according to claim 16 , wherein the permanent magnet is arranged at a first axial end of the magnet armature.26. The relay according to claim 25 , further comprising a movable contact claim 25 , which forms a second axial end of the magnet armature claim 25 , wherein the second axial end is opposite the first axial end.27. The relay according to claim 16 , wherein the magnet armature has a recess claim 16 , wherein the permanent magnet is arranged at least partly in the recess.28. The relay according to claim 16 , wherein the permanent magnet is formed symmetrically with respect to a ...

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16-01-2020 дата публикации

CIRCUIT IMPLEMENTING AN AC SMART FUSE FOR A POWER DISTRIBUTION UNIT

Номер: US20200021105A1
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A circuit comprises an output connector connectable to a load. A relay selectively connects the output connector to an AC power source. The relay is responsive to a disabling signal to disconnect the output connector from the AC power source. A sensor senses a level of power delivered to the load via the output connector. A detector emits a first fault signal when the sensed power level exceeds a fixed power limit. A latch maintains the first fault signal until it receives a rearm signal. A controller emits a second fault signal when the sensed power level exceeds a configurable power threshold, receives a user command to rearm the circuit, and in response to receiving the user command, emits the rearm signal and ceases the emission of the second fault signal. A logic combiner generates the disabling signal when it receives one of the first and second fault signals. 1. A circuit for powering a load , comprising:an output connector adapted for connecting the circuit to the load;a first relay selectively connecting the output connector to a source of AC power, the first relay being responsive to a disabling signal to disconnect the output connector from the source of AC power;a first latch adapted to maintain a first fault signal once emitted until it receives a rearm signal;a logic combiner adapted to generate the disabling signal when it receives at least one of the first fault signal and a second fault signal;a first sensor adapted to sense a level of power delivered to the load via the output connector; receive the sensed power level from the first sensor, and', 'emit the first fault signal when the sensed power level exceeds a fixed power limit; and, 'a first detector adapted to receive the sensed power level from the first sensor,', 'emit the second fault signal when the sensed power level exceeds a configurable power threshold,', 'receive a user command to rearm the circuit, and', 'in response to receiving the user command, emit the rearm signal and cease the ...

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28-01-2016 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC SATELLITE FEED SWITCHER

Номер: US20160025858A1
Автор: Yokooji Elden
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A feed switcher for a satellite telecommunication system includes a microcontroller, a first relay, and a second relay. The first relay receives as inputs a first satellite feed and a second satellite feed. The second relay receives as inputs a third satellite feed and an output of the first relay. The output of the first relay includes the first satellite feed or the second satellite feed. The microcontroller has a first port and a second port, and the output of the second relay is based on whether at least one of the first port and the second port is open. Therefore, the output of the second relay may be either the output of the first relay or the third satellite feed. 1. A feed switcher comprising:a microcontroller having a plurality of ports, including a first port and a second port;a first relay electrically connected to the microcontroller and configured to receive as inputs a first satellite feed and a second satellite feed; anda second relay electrically connected to the microcontroller and configured to receive as inputs a third satellite feed and an output of the first relay, wherein the output of the first relay includes one of the first satellite feed and the second satellite feed,wherein the second relay is configured to output one of the output of the first relay and the third satellite feed based on whether at least one of the first port and the second port is open.2. The feed switcher of claim 1 , wherein the first relay is configured to output one of the first satellite feed and the second satellite feed based on whether at least one of the first port and the second port is open.3. The feed switcher of claim 1 , wherein the first relay and the second relay each include an electromagnetically controlled switch.4. The feed switcher of claim 1 , further comprising a converter module configured to output a command signal to the microcontroller claim 1 , wherein the command signal commands the microcontroller to open at least one of the first port and ...

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23-01-2020 дата публикации

Fault detection device

Номер: US20200023742A1
Автор: Shingo TAKINAI
Принадлежит: Denso Corp

A fault detection device has a pair of power supply lines connected to a high voltage battery via power supply relays. Capacitors and inverters for driving a motor are disposed between the power supply lines. A controller in the fault detection device controls the inverters to discharge the capacitors at different times after the power supply from the battery to motor is stopped by switching OFF the power relays. The controller then determines whether the capacitor voltage has dropped after each capacitor is discharged. Based on the determination result of the voltage drop in each of the capacitors, the controller can determine whether the power supply relays or the capacitors are malfunctioning.

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

INRUSH CURRENT DETECTION METHOD, DEVICE AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM FOR TRANSFORMER

Номер: US20220043035A1
Автор: Cao Yu, LI Rong, REN Rui
Принадлежит: Schneider Electric Industries SAS

An inrush current detection method, an inrush current detection device and a computer-readable storage medium for a transformer are disclosed. The inrush current detection method includes sampling at least a part of a current signal of the transformer to obtain a numerical matrix; providing the numerical matrix as an input to an inrush current detection neural network; and calculating and outputting a label vector corresponding to the numerical matrix by the inrush current detection neural network, wherein the label vector indicates whether the current signal is an inrush current. 1. An inrush current detection method for a transformer , comprising:sampling at least a part of a current signal of the transformer to obtain a numerical matrix;providing the numerical matrix as an input to an inrush current detection neural network; andcalculating and outputting a label vector corresponding to the numerical matrix by the inrush current detection neural network, wherein the label vector indicates whether the current signal is an inrush current.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:detecting whether a maximum value in the numerical matrix is greater than a preset enabling threshold; andonly when the maximum value in the numerical matrix is greater than or equal to the preset enabling threshold, the numerical matrix is provided as an input to the inrush current detection neural network.3. The method according to claim 1 , whereinthe at least a part of the current signal is a part corresponding to a half cycle of the current signal.4. The method according to claim 2 , whereinthe current signal is a three-phases current signal, and one row or one column of the numerical matrix corresponds to one phase in the three-phase current signal.5. The method according to claim 1 , whereinthe inrush current detection neural network is a convolution neural network.6. The method according to claim 1 , whereinthe inrush current detection neural network is a trained neural network, ...

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

Sensing Electrical Characteristics via a Relay Coil

Номер: US20220043037A1
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A current sense system may include a relay, a load conductor, and an integrator sub-circuit. Current may be provided to an electrical load via the load conductor and a latch of the relay. The current carried via the load conductor may induce a sense voltage in a coil of the relay. Based on the sense voltage induced in the relay coil, the integrator sub-circuit may determine a load sense voltage that indicates a level of the current carried via the load conductor. In some implementations, a current indication module may provide an indicator signal based on the load sense voltage. In addition, the indicator signal may be provided to additional components or devices, such as a relay controller configured to activate the latch. In some implementations, the relay controller may be configured to open the latch based on the current level described by the indicator signal. 1. A current sensing system comprising:a relay having (i) a coil and (ii) a latch that is capable of connecting to a power source via an input of the latch and to an electrical load via an output of the latch, wherein the latch is configured to provide a current to the electrical load from the power source;a load conductor that is connected to the output of the latch and a power input of the electrical load, wherein the current provided by the latch is carried via the load conductor,wherein the load conductor is located in proximity to the coil, such that the current carried via the load conductor induces a sense voltage in the coil; andan integrator sub-circuit that has a first connection to an output of the coil and a second connection to an input of the coil,wherein the coil is configured for an activation state, in which, responsive to an activation signal received by the coil, the latch transitions between an open state and a closed state,wherein the coil is further configured for a sensing state, in which the latch is closed and in which the current is provided to the electrical load via the latch ...

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24-01-2019 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR DETECTING WELDING OF RELAY

Номер: US20190025362A1
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In the present invention, the connection between an external power supply and a unit for detecting welding of a relay is disestablished at least when a short circuit is detected, thereby preventing the short circuit from being falsely detected in the event that the short circuit and the welding of the relay can both be detected. A device for detecting welding of a relay detects welding of a relay provided to a path via which a cell is charged by an external power supply. Welding of a power-supply-side relay or a ground-side relay is detected on the basis of a current flowing disproportionately more toward the external power supply than the power-supply-side relay or ground-side relay when a control unit has deactivated the power-supply-side relay or ground-side relay during an interrupting in charging. A disconnecting switch establishes or disestablishes the connection between the external power supply and a weld-detection switch. 1. A relay welding detection apparatus that detects welding of a power-supply-side relay and a ground-side relay , whereinthe power-supply-side relay is provided on a positive-terminal-side power line whose one terminal is connected to a positive terminal of a storage battery and whose the other terminal is connected to a power-supply-side terminal,the ground-side relay is provided on a negative-terminal-side power line whose one terminal is connected to a negative terminal of the storage battery and whose the other terminal is connected to a ground-side terminal, and a connection interrupting circuit that is provided on a path connecting a portion of the positive-terminal-side power line that extends from the power-supply-side relay toward the power-supply-side terminal and a portion of the negative-terminal-side power line that extends from the ground-side relay toward the ground-side terminal; and', 'a detection circuit that is provided in series with the connection interrupting circuit., 'the relay welding detection apparatus ...

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

ZERO CROSSING CONTACTOR AND METHOD OF OPERATING

Номер: US20220044895A1
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A contactor apparatus and method for operating the contactor apparatus can include a contactor assembly with a contactor coil operably coupled to a contactor switch. One or more sensors can be provided in the contactor assembly adapted to measure one or more aspects of the contactor assembly. Based upon the measured aspects, a controller can initiate operation of the contactor switch to effectively toggle the contactor switch at a zero-crossing point along an alternating current waveform. 1. A method of operating a contactor , the method comprising:receiving, in a controller module, at least two operational characteristics of the contactor, with each operational characteristic representative of a delay time;determining, in the controller module, a contactor time delay for at least one of disconnecting or connecting a power supply by the contactor, the contactor time delay being a summation of a set of delay timings based on the delay time of each operational characteristic; andinitiating, by the controller module, the at least one of disconnecting or connecting of the power supply by the contactor at an initiation time prior to a zero-crossing voltage of an alternating current (AC) waveform of the power supply, wherein the initiation time anticipates the zero-crossing voltage based upon the contactor time delay.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least two operational characteristics of the contactor include at least two of an electrical signal representative of the AC waveform and of an electrical signal delay time claim 1 , a temperature value representative of the temperature of a contactor coil and of a coil temperature delay time claim 1 , or a contactor coil operational characteristic representative of a contactor coil operational characteristic delay time.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein an effective disconnecting or connecting of the power supply coincides with the zero-crossing voltage of the AC waveform.4. The method of wherein the determining is ...

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24-01-2019 дата публикации

Anti-Theft Module for a Rechargeable Battery-Operated Electric Machine Tool, and Rechargeable Battery-Operated Electric Machine Tool Comprising an Anti-Theft Module

Номер: US20190027002A1
Принадлежит: ROBERT BOSCH GMBH

An anti-theft module for a battery-operated electric machine tool includes at least a first data interface configured to transmit data to an external device. The anti-theft module also includes a position determination unit configured to determine a geographical position of the anti-theft module. The anti-theft module is configured to be installable as an adapter between a rechargeable battery interface of the electric machine tool and a replaceable battery. 1. An anti-theft module for a battery-operated electric machine tool , comprising:a first data interface configured to transmit data to an external device; anda position determination unit configured to determine a geographical position of the anti-theft module,wherein the anti-theft module is configured to be installable as an adapter between a rechargeable battery interface of the electric machine tool and a replaceable battery.2. The anti-theft module as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising:a computing unit operably connected to the first data interface and configured to process and forward geographical position data ascertained by the position determination unit.3. The anti-theft module as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising:an additional data interface configured to detect operating data generated by the electric machine tool and/or influence an operating state of the electric machine tool and/or the replaceable battery.4. The anti-theft module as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising:a sensor unit configured to detect a disconnection of the anti-theft module from the rechargeable battery interface of the electric machine tool and/or the replaceable battery.5. The anti-theft module as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising:a sensor configured to detect a change in state of (i) the anti-theft module, (ii) the electric machine tool, and/or (iii) the replaceable battery, and further configured to initiate data transmission to (i) the external device, (ii) the electric machine tool and/or (iii) the ...

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24-01-2019 дата публикации

Multiple location electrical control system

Номер: US20190027330A1
Автор: Thomas Glen Coon
Принадлежит: Individual

An electrical control device comprising a first housing and a second housing. The second housing further comprises a non-latching mini power relay, a controlled/uncontrolled receptacle, and a common three-way or four-way, switch. The first housing is preferably an isolated controlled and uncontrolled circuit pass-through which is wired to the housing comprising the non-latching mini power relay in such a way to mimic a three-way or four-way switch. The electrical control device may further comprise at least one built-in night light, at least one USB charging port for various devices and/or a remote circuit configured to allow switching from a handheld wireless device.

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

Dual Power Mode Electric Tool Operation with Glove

Номер: US20180027888A1
Автор: Hitchen Robin
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A glove with electrical contacts and a power tool with electrical contacts are electrically coupled together. Before they are coupled, the glove contacts have a high impedance with the power source. Upon coupling, circuitry within the power tool is powered by the electrical current emanating from the glove contacts, and a coded signal is generated. This coded signal is received and causes the gloved contacts to exhibit comparatively lower impedance and conduct a higher current while the coded signal is maintained. During this time, currents at the power supply and powered tool are measured and compared. While these currents remain within prescribed tolerance, the business end of the power-tool is operational or operated. 1. An electrical system comprising:a glove with first electrical contacts;a power tool comprising second electrical contacts on a handle region thereof;an electrical circuit within said power-tool electrically connected to said second electrical contacts which receives electrical current from a contact of said first electrical contacts in said high impedance state and outputs a coded signal;a controller which switches said output from said contact of said first electrical contacts to a low impedance state upon receiving said coded signal.2. The electrical system of claim 1 , further comprising:a battery; andan electrical cable in a sleeve of a garment connecting said battery to said first electrical contacts.3. The electrical system of claim 2 , wherein said controller is electrically connected to said electrical cable within said sleeve of said garment.4. The electrical system of claim 3 , wherein claim 3 , upon said controller ceasing to receive said coded signal claim 3 , said controller switches said output to said high impedance state.5. The electrical system of claim 4 , wherein a business end of said electrical tool is powered in said low impedance state and is unpowered in said high impedance state.6. The electrical system of claim 2 , ...

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

HOUSING ASSEMBLY INCLUDING CRADLE ASSEMBLIES CONFIGURED TO SUPPORT TATTOO MACHINES

Номер: US20180028799A1
Автор: HOFUNG Weizhong
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An apparatus includes cradle assemblies configured to respectively receive and support tattoo machines, in which the tattoo machines are configured to be electrically powered. A housing assembly is positioned relative to the cradle assemblies. The housing assembly is configured to selectively provide electrical power to the tattoo machines, in which the tattoo machines are to be respectively received and supported by the cradle assemblies. The housing assembly is configured to receive and support the cradle assemblies. 1. An apparatus , comprising:cradle assemblies being configured to respectively receive and support tattoo machines, in which the tattoo machines are configured to be electrically powered; anda housing assembly being positioned relative to the cradle assemblies; andthe housing assembly being configured to selectively provide electrical power to the tattoo machines, in which the tattoo machines are to be respectively received and supported by the cradle assemblies; andthe housing assembly being configured to receive and support the cradle assemblies.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein: the cradle assemblies are spaced apart relative to each other once the housing assembly, in use, receives and supports the cradle assemblies; and', the housing assembly, in use, receives and supports the cradle assemblies; and', 'the cradle assemblies, in use, respectively receive and support the tattoo machines., 'the tattoo machines, which are respectively received and supported by the cradle assemblies, are spaced apart from each other once], 'the housing assembly is configured to receive and support the cradle assemblies in such a way that3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein: 'pressure switches configured to be interactive and interfaced with a respective cradle assembly.', 'the housing assembly includes4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein: detect whether the cradle assembly is supporting a tattoo machine; and', 'detect whether the tattoo machine has been removed ...

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28-01-2021 дата публикации

SUBMARINE CABLE SYSTEM, BRANCHING DEVICE, AND STATE RESPONSE METHOD THEREFOR

Номер: US20210027960A1
Автор: TAKIGAWA Yoshinari
Принадлежит: NEC Corporation

Provided are: a submarine cable system with which it is possible, with a simple configuration, to acquire the state of each of a plurality of high-voltage relays in a branching device; the branching device; and a state response method therefor. The branching device comprises: a plurality of interlocking relays respectively corresponding to a plurality of high-voltage relays for switching feeding paths; a drive unit which supplies drive electric currents supplied to the plurality of high-voltage relays to the plurality of corresponding interlocking relays, respectively; a state detection unit which detects operation states of the plurality of interlocking relays as the operation states of the plurality of high-voltage relays; and a response unit which, on the basis of the result of detection of the operation states of the plurality of interlocking relays, transmits the operation states of the plurality of high-voltage relays. 1. A branching device comprising:a plurality of interlocking relays individually associated with a plurality of high-voltage relays which switch a feeding path;a plurality of drivers supplying drive electric current supplied to the plurality of high-voltage relays to the plurality of associated interlocking relays;a state detector detecting an operation state of each of the plurality of interlocking relays as an operation state of each of the plurality of high-voltage relays; anda responder transmitting, based on a result of detecting an operation state of each of the plurality of interlocking relays, an operation state of each of the plurality of high-voltage relays.2. The branching device according to claim 1 , whereinassociated coils of the plurality of high-voltage relays and associated coils of the plurality of associated interlocking relays are connected in series.3. The branching device according to claim 1 , whereinassociated coils of the plurality of high-voltage relays and associated coils of the plurality of associated interlocking ...

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28-01-2021 дата публикации

RELAY HOLDING CIRCUIT AND BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

Номер: US20210027961A1

The embodiments of the present disclosure disclose a relay holding circuit and a battery management system. the relay holding circuit may include: a high-voltage isolated power source, a power source driving module, and a microprocessor of a battery management system; the high-voltage isolated power source may be respectively connected to two electrodes of a battery pack, an output terminal of the power source driving module, the microprocessor, and a first terminal of a first switching device; an input terminal of the power source driving module may be connected to the microprocessor; the microprocessor may be further connected to a primary battery, the microprocessor may output a low-level signal to the power source driving module when the primary battery supplies power abnormally. 1. A relay holding circuit , comprising: a high-voltage isolated power source , a power source driving module , and a microprocessor of a battery management system; whereinthe high-voltage isolated power source is respectively connected to two electrodes of a battery pack, an output terminal of the power source driving module, the microprocessor, and a first terminal of a first switching device;an input terminal of the power source driving module is connected to the microprocessor, a control terminal of the first switching device is connected to the microprocessor, a second terminal of the first switching device is connected to a coil of a relay, and a contact of the relay is disposed on a line between the battery pack and a motor;the microprocessor is further connected to a primary battery, the microprocessor outputs a low-level signal to the power source driving module when the primary battery supplies power abnormally, and the power source driving module converts high-voltage power output by the battery pack into low-voltage power in response to the low-level signal, so as to supply power to the microprocessor and the second terminal of the first switching device, such that the coil ...

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

A PORTABLE SWITCHING DEVICE TO REMOTELY OPERATE A HIGH VOLTAGE CIRCUIT BREAKER

Номер: US20180032037A1
Автор: Caldwell Eoin
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A portable switching device to remotely operate a high voltage circuit breaker, the portable switching device is locally temporarily electrically connected to the controlling circuit of the high voltage circuit breaker and comprises: a voltage input (); a voltage output () for connecting to the external circuit; a ground input (); an overvoltage protection circuit () connected between the voltage input () and the ground input (); and a switching unit () comprising a first switching circuit having an input connected to the voltage input and an output connected to the voltage output, the first switching circuit comprising a relay (), a relay contact protection circuit (), and an overload protection circuit (); wherein the first switching circuit is remotely controllable to switch the external circuit from a first operating state to a second operating state. 1. A portable switching device for switching an external circuit , comprising: a voltage output for connecting to the external circuit;', 'a ground input;', 'an overvoltage protection circuit connected between the voltage input and the ground input; and a switching unit comprising a first switching circuit having an input connected to the voltage input and an output connected to the voltage output, the first switching circuit comprising a relay, a relay contact protection circuit, and an overload protection circuit; wherein the first switching circuit is remotely controllable to switch the external circuit from a first operating state to a second operating state., 'a voltage input;'}2. The portable switching device according to claim 1 , wherein the switching unit comprises a second switching circuit having an input connected to the voltage input and an output connected to the voltage output claim 1 , the second switching circuit further comprising a relay claim 1 , a relay protection circuit claim 1 , and an overload protection circuit claim 1 , the first and second switching circuit being separately remotely ...

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

POWER CONTROL SYSTEM

Номер: US20180032115A1
Автор: CHEN CHUN-SHENG, MIN JIE
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A power control system allowing multiple voltage levels from a single power adaptor includes a power supply device and an electronic device. The power supply device includes a power supply and a first power controller. The power supply is configured to supply power for a graphics card as an external renderer, and the first power controller is configured to output a voltage signal. The electronic device includes a second power controller electrically coupled to the first power controller and the second power controller is configured for obtaining the voltage signal from the first power controller. The first power controller can output a first voltage or a second voltage to the second power controller to supply power for the electronic device. 1. A power control system comprising: a power supply configured to supply power for a graphics card; and', 'a first power controller configured to output a voltage signal; and, 'a power supply device comprising 'a second power controller electrically coupled to the first power controller and configured for obtaining the voltage signal from the first power controller;', 'an electronic device comprisingwherein when the second power controller obtains the voltage signal from the first power controller, the first power controller communicates with the second power controller under a communication protocol; and when the electronic device is required to be supplied power, the second power controller outputs a power request signal to the first power controller, the first power controller outputs a first voltage or a second voltage to the second power controller according to the communication protocol, and the second power controller outputs the first voltage or the second voltage to supply power for the electronic device.2. The power control system of claim 1 , wherein the power supply device comprises a first connector claim 1 , the electronic device comprises a second connector claim 1 , and the first power controller is electrically ...

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01-05-2014 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC CONTROL APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CHECKING RESET FUNCTION

Номер: US20140117779A1
Автор: Kim Do Young
Принадлежит: MANDO CORPORATION

The present invention relates to an electronic control apparatus, more particularly, to a method of checking a reset function in an electronic control apparatus. The present invention checks whether a sub-controller that monitors a main controller in an electronic control apparatus normally performs the function. 1. An electronic control apparatus for checking a reset function , the electronic control apparatus comprising:a main controller that outputs a test failure signal, senses a reset signal output from a sub-controller in response to the test failure signal, and checks a reset function of the sub-controller; andthe sub-controller that senses the test failure signal, outputs the reset signal, and controls the reset signal not to be output to a reset pin of the main controller.2. The electronic control apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the sub-controller further includes a switch in a reset signal output pin that outputs the reset signal claim 1 , and turns off the switch so as to control the reset signal output in response to the test failure signal not to be output to the reset pin of the main controller.3. The electronic control apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the main controller senses claim 2 , between the reset signal output pin and the switch claim 2 , the reset signal output from the sub-controller so as to check a reset function of the sub-controller.4. The electronic control apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the switch is a transistor claim 2 , and the sub-controller connects a reset signal output blocking pin to a base of the transistor and outputs a signal to the reset signal output blocking pin so as to turn off the transistor.5. A method for an electronic control apparatus to check a reset function claim 2 , the method comprising the steps of:blocking outputting a reset signal to a reset pin of a main controller from a sub-controller;outputting a test failure signal from the main controller to the sub-controller;outputting a reset signal from the sub- ...

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01-05-2014 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND DEVICE FOR REPLACING MECHANICAL ACTUATORS WITH TOUCH-FREE ACTUATORS IN A 2-WIRE ACTIVATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20140117782A1
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A system, kit and/or device is provided for replacing mechanical actuators with touch-less actuators in a 2-wire automatic door system. The system, kit and/or device includes a sensor module connectable to power and the motor and control for the door, and one or more touch-less switches each configured for electrical connection with the sensor module via two wires. The sensor module is operable to sense change in current by the touch-less switches, caused by actuation thereof to send a signal to the door motor and control for opening the door. The module conditions the voltage to give +12 volts to each of two touch-less switches. Current in each touch-less switch is one current for idle or another current when activated. This difference in current is sensed at the sensor module through the two wires. When the extra current is sensed a control signal to open the door is sent to the door motor control. 1. A kit for replacing a mechanical actuator with a touch-less actuator in a 2-wire activation system comprising:a touch-less actuator configured for two-wire operation and replacement of an original mechanical actuator of a 2-wire activation system; anda sensor module connectable to the touch-less actuator, the sensor module configured to sense current in the touch-less actuator and output an activation signal upon sensing a change in current in the touch-less actuator being indicative of user activation of the touch-less actuator.2. The kit of claim 1 , wherein the sensor module includes electrical circuitry to sense an increase in current in the touch-less actuator.3. The kit of claim 1 , wherein the touch-less actuator is configured to use a first amount of current during an idle state claim 1 , and a second amount of current during activation that is greater than the first amount of current.4. The kit of claim 3 , wherein the sensor module includes a regulator to supply current to an activated touch-less actuator.5. The kit of claim 4 , wherein the first amount of ...

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05-02-2015 дата публикации

POWER CIRCUIT ABNORMALITY DETECTION METHOD

Номер: US20150035539A1
Принадлежит: JTEKT CORPORATION

A power circuit abnormality detection method for a power circuit detects whether an abnormality in a power source relay exists. The power circuit includes a pre-charge circuit opening and closing a connection between a direct current power source and a smoothing condenser by bypassing the power source relay to pre-charge the smoothing condenser, and a discharge circuit connected in parallel to the smoothing condenser to discharge electric charges stored in the smoothing condenser via a discharge resistance when a discharge switch is closed. The power circuit abnormality detection method includes a step of detecting whether the open contact abnormality in the power source relay exists based on whether a charge voltage of the smoothing condenser is reduced when a predetermined period of time has elapsed since both the discharge circuit and the power source relay are closed after the pre-charge circuit is opened. 1. A power circuit abnormality detection method for being applicable to a power circuit and for detecting whether or not an abnormality in a power source relay exists , the power circuit which comprises:the power source relay which opens and closes a connection between a direct current power source which drives an electric motor and a motor drive circuit which includes a plurality of switching elements and which supplies a drive current to the electric motor;a smoothing condenser which is connected between a power source wire between the power source relay and the motor drive circuit and a ground wire to absorb ripples in current;a pre-charge circuit which opens and closes a connection between the direct current power source and the smoothing condenser by bypassing the power source relay to pre-charge the smoothing condenser; anda discharge circuit which is connected between the power source wire and the ground wire in parallel to the smoothing condenser and which discharges electric charges stored in the smoothing condenser via a discharge resistance when a ...

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

POWER PLUG APPARATUS AND OVER TEMPERATURE PROTECTION METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20180034291A1
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A power plug apparatus () includes a plug (), a first temperature sensor () and a micro-control unit (). The first temperature sensor () senses a temperature of the plug () and informs the micro-control unit () of the temperature of the plug (). The micro-control unit () sends a control signal () to a load apparatus (). According to the control signal (), the load apparatus () receives a charging current (). 110203010. A power plug apparatus () applied to a power socket () and a load apparatus () , the power plug apparatus () comprising:{'b': 102', '20, 'a plug () plugged and connected to the power socket ();'}{'b': 104', '102, 'a first temperature sensor () arranged in the plug (); and'}{'b': 108', '104', '30, 'a micro-control unit () electrically connected to the first temperature sensor () and the load apparatus (),'}{'b': 104', '108', '108', '112', '30', '112', '30', '114, 'wherein the first temperature sensor () senses a temperature and transmits to the micro-control unit (); the micro-control unit () sends a control signal () to the load apparatus (); according to the control signal (), the load apparatus () receives a charging current ();'}{'b': 108', '112', '114, 'wherein the micro-control unit () determines whether the temperature is higher than a first temperature value and not higher than a second temperature value; if the temperature is higher than the first temperature value and not higher than the second temperature value, the control signal () is a first signal value and the charging current () is a first current value;'}{'b': 108', '112', '114, 'wherein the micro-control unit () determines whether the temperature is higher than the second temperature value; if the temperature is higher than the second temperature value, the control signal () is a second signal value and the load apparatus stops receiving the charging current ().'}210112. The power plug apparatus () in claim 1 , wherein the control signal () is a duty cycle of a pulse width modulation ...

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17-02-2022 дата публикации

RELAY

Номер: US20220051862A1
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The disclosure relates to an electromagnetic relay that comprises a yoke and an armature. The armature may be swivellably arranged on the yoke, have an open position and a contact position in relation to the yoke, and configured to be attracted by a magnetic field out of the open position into the contact position. The armature may include a first branch circuit having a first capacitor and a first exciter coil connected in series with the first capacitor, a second branch circuit having a second capacitor and a second exciter coil connected in series with the second capacitor, and a switch element arranged between the first branch circuit and the second branch circuit and having a first switch state and a second switch state. The first exciter coil and the second exciter coil may provide the magnetic field for attracting and retaining the armature. 1. An electromagnetic relay , comprising:a yoke; and{'claim-text': ['a first branch circuit having a first capacitor and a first exciter coil connected in series with the first capacitor,', 'a second branch circuit having a second capacitor and a second exciter coil connected in series with the second capacitor, wherein the first exciter coil and the second exciter coil are configured to provide the magnetic field for attracting and retaining the armature; and', 'a switch element arranged between the first branch circuit and the second branch circuit and having a first switch state and a second switch state, wherein the first branch circuit and the second branch circuit are arranged in a parallel connection in the first switch state of the switch element, and wherein the first exciter coil and the second exciter coil are arranged in a series connection in the second switch state of the switch element, and wherein the switch element is configured to switch from the first switch state to the second switch state when the armature is attracted into the contact position by the magnetic field of the first exciter coil and the ...

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04-02-2021 дата публикации

AUTOMATIC CIRCUIT BOARD TEST SYSTEM AND AUTOMATIC CIRCUIT BOARD TEST METHOD APPLIED THEREIN

Номер: US20210033661A1
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An automatic circuit board test system includes at least one switch module of board under test connected with a test board, a control module and a test process module. The test board includes a first signal interface, a second signal interface and a third signal interface and a repeater. The second signal interface and the third signal interface are mutually connected by a signal cable. The first signal interface is connected with the repeater. The at least one switch module of board under test is connected with the second signal interface and the third signal interface. The control module is connected with the at least one switch module of board under test. The control module controls the at least one switch module of board under test. The test process module is connected with the control module and the first signal interface by at least two serial port buses. 1. An automatic circuit board test system , comprising:at least one switch module of board under test connected with a test board, the test board including a first signal interface, a second signal interface and a third signal interface and a repeater, the second signal interface and the third signal interface being mutually connected by a signal cable, the first signal interface being connected with the repeater, the at least one switch module of board under test being connected with the second signal interface and the third signal interface, respectively, the at least one switch module of board under test including a plurality of relays;a control module connected with the at least one switch module of board under test by a control interface bus, the control module controlling the at least one switch module of board under test; anda test process module for receiving encryption result data tested by the test board, the test process module being connected with the control module and the first signal interface, respectively by at least two serial port buses,wherein the test process module transmits a control ...

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31-01-2019 дата публикации

POWER SUPPLY CONTROL MODULE

Номер: US20190035260A1
Автор: Okada Hiroki
Принадлежит: TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A power supply control module includes a first sheet portion, a second sheet portion, a wireless communication unit, a switch unit and a controller. The controller configured to cause the switch unit to switch between a closed state and an opened state based on the result of communication performed by the wireless communication unit, the closed state being a state in which a first cell side electrode layer and a terminal side electrode layer are electrically connected to each other and the opened state being a state in which the first cell side electrode layer and the terminal side electrode layer are electrically disconnected from each other. 1. A power supply control module configured to be accommodated in a cell holder in a state of being attached to a coin cell in a vehicle electronic key in which the cell holder accommodates the coin cell of which a first pole is an electrode including a central portion of a first surface and of which a second pole is an electrode including a second surface that faces the first surface , a side surface , and a portion of the first surface that is positioned outward of the first pole , the power supply control module comprising:a first sheet portion provided with a first cell side electrode layer connected to the first pole of the coin cell, a terminal side electrode layer connected to a first pole side terminal of the cell holder, and an insulating layer configured to insulate the first cell side electrode layer and the terminal side electrode layer from each other;a second sheet portion provided with a second cell side electrode layer connected to a portion of the second surface of the coin cell;a wireless communication unit configured to be disposed in a vicinity of the side surface of the coin cell positioned between an edge of the first sheet portion and an edge of the second sheet portion and to perform wireless communication with an external device;a switch unit configured to switch between a closed state and an opened ...

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31-01-2019 дата публикации

CONTACTOR COIL CONTROL CIRCUIT

Номер: US20190035583A1

The present application discloses a contactor coil control circuit, including a switch control circuit, a drive circuit, a fast turn-off circuit, a diode D a first MOS (Metal Oxide Semiconductor) transistor TR and a contactor coil. The fast turn-off circuit at least includes an MOS transistor TR or a triode; the cathode of the diode is connected to an input voltage VIN; the anode of the diode is connected to a first port of the fast turn-off circuit; a second port of the fast turn-off circuit is connected to the drain of the first MOS transistor; the source of the first MOS transistor is grounded; one end of the contactor coil L is connected to an input voltage, and the other end of the contactor coil is connected to the drain of the first MOS transistor; a third port of the fast turn-off circuit is connected to an output port of the drive circuit; an input port of the drive circuit is connected to a first output port of the switch control circuit; and a second output port of the switch control circuit is connected to the gate of the first MOS transistor. On the premise of turning off the contactor quickly, the coil control circuit is lower in loss, adopts a fewer of devices, and is lower in cost and smaller in volume. 1. A contactor coil control circuit , suitable for controlling a coil of the contactor , comprising:a first freewheel diode and a first MOS (Metal Oxide Semiconductor) transistor, further comprising a fast turn-off circuit, a drive circuit and a switch control circuit,the fast turn-off circuit, which forms a freewheel loop with the first freewheel diode, and is configured to provide a low-impedance path for the freewheel loop in pull-in and holding stages and provide a high-impedance path for the freewheel loop in a turn-off stage;the drive circuit, which is configured to provide a drive voltage for the fast turn-off circuit;the switch control circuit, which is configured to control the operation of the first MOS transistor.2. The contactor coil ...

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04-02-2021 дата публикации

SWITCH DEVICE

Номер: US20210035757A1
Автор: Wang Huijun

A switch device includes: a receiving conversion component, configured to receive a wireless signal and convert the received wireless signal into a power supply signal; a first power component, connected to the receiving conversion component, and configured to store electrical energy based on the power supply signal; a control component, connected to the first power component, and configured to enter a working state based on the electrical energy supplied by the first power component, and generate a control signal in the working state; and a first switch component, connected to the control component, and configured to change to be in an on or off state according to the control signal, wherein the first switch component is arranged on a power supply loop of a controlled device to which a second power component is configured to supply electrical energy in the on state. 1. A switch device , comprising:a receiving conversion component, which is configured to receive a wireless signal and convert the received wireless signal into a power supply signal;a first power component, which is connected to the receiving conversion component, and is configured to store electrical energy based on the power supply signal;a control component, which is connected to the first power component, and is configured to enter a working state based on the electrical energy supplied by the first power component, and generate a control signal in the working state; anda first switch component, which is connected to the control component, and is configured to change to be in an on state or an off state according to the control signal; wherein the first switch component is arranged on a power supply loop of a controlled device to which a second power component is configured to supply electrical energy in the on state.2. The switch device of claim 1 , further comprising: a transmitting component claim 1 , which is configured to transmit the wireless signal to the receiving conversion component.3. ...

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04-02-2021 дата публикации

Dual Coil Armature for Supervision Relay of Trip Coil

Номер: US20210036502A1
Принадлежит: ABB Power Grids Switzerland AG

An apparatus includes a circuit breaker having main contacts configured to be coupled within an electrical line. The circuit breaker also has trip contacts and auxiliary contacts. A protection relay is electrically coupled to the trip contacts of the circuit breaker and is configured to trip the circuit breaker. A trip circuit supervision relay has a first coil electrically coupled to the auxiliary contacts of the circuit breaker and a second coil electrically coupled to the trip contacts of the circuit breaker. The first coil and the second coil are magnetically coupled to each other. The trip circuit supervision relay is single circuit supervision relay that includes both first coil and the second coil and is configured to be magnetically operated by either of the first coil and the second coil.

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09-02-2017 дата публикации

Safety Switch

Номер: US20170040131A1
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The invention relates to a safety switch () with a redundant input structure and with a redundant output structure. The safety switch () is designed for integration into a series connection () of safety switches (); the safety switch () has devices for detecting and adjusting the operating mode in the series connection (). The safety switch () is designed for replacement in the series connection () during its operation. 12122121. Safety switch () with a redundant input structure and with a redundant output structure , characterized in that the safety switch is designed for integration into a series connection () of safety switches () , wherein the safety switch () has devices for detecting and adjusting the operating mode in the series connection () and wherein the safety switch () is designed for replacement in the series connection () during its operation.2. Safety switch according to claim 1 , characterized in that the safety switch generates a binary switching signal that is transmitted via the redundant output structure claim 1 , wherein the switching signal has claim 1 , as a first switching state claim 1 , a switched-on status corresponding to an active safety criterion or a release signal and claim 1 , as a second switching state claim 1 , a switched-off status corresponding to a non-active safety criterion claim 1 , and that test pulses can only be transmitted through the redundant output structure in the switched-on status.3. Safety switch according to claim 2 , characterized in that the switching capability of the redundant output structure is tested with the test pulses.4. Safety switch according to claim 3 , characterized in that the redundant output structure comprises two outputs (OA claim 3 , OB) and the redundant input structure comprises two inputs (IA claim 3 , IB) claim 3 , wherein a first output and a first input form a first channel and a second input and a second output form a second channel claim 3 , and that the switching capability of one ...

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08-02-2018 дата публикации

SMART SWITCH SYSTEM AND CONTROLLING METHOD FOR SWITCH BOX

Номер: US20180040444A1
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A smart switch system () includes a smart switch box (). The smart switch box () includes a switch box output side (), an output-side voltage detection unit (), a switch control unit (), a switch unit () and a switch box input side (). The output-side voltage detection unit () detects a voltage of the switch box output side () and informs the switch control unit () of the voltage of the switch box output side (). According to the voltage of the switch box output side (), the switch control unit () turns on or off the switch unit (). When the switch control unit () turns on the switch unit (), an input voltage () sent from a direct-current voltage generation apparatus () is sent to the switch box output side () through the switch box input side () and the switch unit (). 1205020. A smart switch system () electrically connected to a direct-current voltage generation apparatus () , the smart switch system () comprising:{'b': '10', 'a smart switch box (),'}{'b': '10', 'wherein the smart switch box () comprises{'b': '102', 'a switch box output side ();'}{'b': 104', '102, 'an output-side voltage detection unit () electrically connected to the switch box output side ();'}{'b': 106', '104, 'a switch control unit () electrically connected to the output-side voltage detection unit ();'}{'b': 108', '102', '104', '106, 'a switch unit () electrically connected to the switch box output side (), the output-side voltage detection unit () and the switch control unit (); and'}{'b': 110', '108, 'a switch box input side () electrically connected to the switch unit (),'}{'b': 104', '102', '106', '102', '102', '106', '108', '106', '108', '112', '50', '102', '110', '108, 'wherein the output-side voltage detection unit () detects a voltage of the switch box output side () and informs the switch control unit () of the voltage of the switch box output side (); according to the voltage of the switch box output side (), the switch control unit () turns on or off the switch unit (); when the ...

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18-02-2021 дата публикации

SWITCH CONDITION MONITORING

Номер: US20210048478A1
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This disclosure relates to monitoring the condition of electrical/electronic switches over time by monitoring the impedance of the switch. The condition of switches can degrade as they age, which can reduce their performance and may ultimately lead to failure. In many applications, particularly high-voltage applications, the reliable operation of switches may be very important and failures can present a safety risk and cause costly unscheduled system downtime for repairs. It has been realised that as the condition of switches change, their impedance changes, so monitoring the impedance can give a good indication of the condition of the switch, enabling potential faults/failures to be identified early and acted upon pre-emptively. 1. A system for monitoring a condition of a switch , the system comprising: determine a plurality of measurements of impedance of the switch over time; and', 'monitor the condition of the switch based at least in part on the plurality of measurements of impedance., 'a switch condition monitor unit configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein at least some of the plurality of measurements of impedance are determined while the switch is in a conducting state.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the switch condition monitor unit is configured to monitor the condition of the switch by comparing at least one of the plurality of measurements of conducting state impedance against a reference impedance.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the reference impedance is based on at least one earlier measurement of conducting state impedance of the switch.5. The system of claim 3 , wherein the reference impedance is based on an average of two or more earlier measurements of conducting state impedance of the switch.6. The system of claim 3 , wherein the switch condition monitor unit is further configured to:generate a switch fault alert, in response to a difference between the at least one of the plurality of measurements of conducting state impedance and ...

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16-02-2017 дата публикации

Sail Switch for Monitoring Air Flow

Номер: US20170045248A1
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A sail switch for sensing air flow and responsively opening and closing a control circuit, the sail switch comprising a mounting base, a sail member, an arm supporting the sail member to the mounting base at a predetermined orientation thereto, an adjustable joint capable of varying orientation of the sail to the mounting base, and an electrical switch. The sail switch may have an orientation sensor and readout, a pilot light annunciating switch closure or opening, a time delay relay inhibiting control circuit shutdown, a thermostatic device monitoring air temperature, a communications feature transmitting sensed temperatures, an actuator for operating a supplementary cooling system, switch loading adjustability arranged to adjust force required to displace the sail member, a switch arm travel adjustment feature constraining range of travel of the sail member, a control circuit on-off switch, a transformer, a DC to AC inverter, and an AC to DC converter. 1. A sail switch for sensing air flow and responsively opening and closing a control circuit , comprising:a mounting base;a sail member;an arm supporting the sail member to the mounting base at a predetermined orientation thereto, the arm including a fixed segment, an adjustable segment, and a joint between the fixed segment and the adjustable segment; andan electrical switch mounted on one of the adjustable segment of the arm and the sail member, whereby the control circuit may be electrically connected to and controlled by the sail switch.2. The sail switch of claim 1 , wherein the mounting base has mounting holes to accept fasteners.3. The sail switch of claim 1 , further comprising a magnet coupled to the mounting base claim 1 , so as to couple the sail switch to a magnetically responsive environmental object.4. The sail switch of claim 1 , further comprising an angular orientation sensor which senses and indicates angular orientation of the sail member relative to a horizontal direction.5. The sail switch of ...

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07-02-2019 дата публикации

GROUNDING CIRCUIT AND GROUNDING METHOD

Номер: US20190044621A1
Автор: TAKIGAWA Yoshinari
Принадлежит: NEC Corporation

In order to suppress both large current and arc discharge during hot switching, a grounding circuit includes a first relay, a second relay, and a third relay, a first resistance connected in series with the first relay and is capable of connecting the feeding path to the ground, and a voltage divider connected in series with the second relay and the third relay and is connectable in such a way as to divide voltage between the feeding path and the ground, the third relay being disposed at a point at which the voltage is divided, and when the feeding path is to be connected to the ground, the feeding path is connected to the ground via the first resistance by the first relay, the voltage divider is connected in parallel with the first relay and the first resistance, and a connection to the ground is cut off. 1. A grounding circuit used for connecting a feeding path to a ground , the grounding circuit comprising:a first relay, a second relay, and a third relay;a first resistance that is connected in series with the first relay and is capable of connecting the feeding path to the ground by using the first relay; anda voltage divider connected in series with the second relay and the third relay and is connectable in such a way as to divide voltage between the feeding path and the ground, wherein:the third relay is disposed at a point at which the voltage is divided;upon the feeding path being to be connected to the ground, the first to third relays are controlled in such a way that the feeding path is connected to the ground via the first resistance by the first relay, the voltage divider is connected in parallel with the first relay and the first resistance by the second and third relays, and a connection to the ground by the first resistance is cut off by the first relay; andupon a connection of the feeding path to the ground being to be disconnected, the first to third relays are controlled in such a way that a ground current is cut off by the third relay.2. The ...

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16-02-2017 дата публикации

FAILURE PREDICTION DEVICE AND METHOD FOR VACUUM CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Номер: US20170047181A1
Принадлежит: EATON CORPORATION

A component monitoring system structured to monitor circuit breaker assembly component characteristics is provided. The component monitoring system includes a record assembly, a number of impulse sensor assemblies, a comparison assembly, and an output assembly. The record assembly includes selected nominal data for a selected circuit breaker component. The impulse sensor assemblies are structured to measure a number of actual component characteristics for a substantial portion of the circuit breaker assembly and to transmit actual component characteristic output data. The comparison assembly is structured to receive an electronic signal from the record assembly and the impulse sensor assemblies, to compare each impulse sensor assembly actual component characteristic output data to the selected nominal data and to provide an indication signal as to whether the impulse sensor assembly output data is acceptable when compared to the selected nominal data. The output assembly includes a communication assembly and an output device. 1. A component monitoring system for a circuit breaker assembly , said circuit breaker assembly including a number of components , said circuit breaker assembly component monitoring system structured to monitor circuit breaker assembly component characteristics , said system comprising:a record assembly including selected nominal data for a selected circuit breaker component;a number of impulse sensor assemblies, each impulse sensor assembly structured to measure force and movement actual component characteristics of a number of circuit breaker assembly components and to transmit actual component characteristic output data;a comparison assembly structured to receive an electronic signal from said record assembly and said impulse sensor assemblies to compare said impulse sensor assembly actual component characteristic output data to said selected nominal data and to provide an indication signal as to whether said impulse sensor assembly output ...

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15-02-2018 дата публикации

Method for Detecting a Latent Failure Mode in an Electronic Selector Having an Interface Switch and at Least Two Underlying Switches

Номер: US20180047534A1
Автор: Zhao Ming
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A method for detecting a latent failure mode in an electronic selector having an interface switch and at least two underlying switches includes tracking and counting each of the underlying switch's close/open status change counts in the context of tracking and counting the interface switch selection status change counts. The method continues by calculating the ratio of each underlying switch's close or open status change counts against the interface switch selection status change counts. By comparing these ratios from each underlying switch in respect to the interface switch selection status change counts, a set of new algorithms are formulated to detect an interface switch latent failure mode due to either one of the at least two underlying switches stuck to open or one of the at least two underlying switches chattering between close and open states at a relatively high frequency compared to the interface switch selection event. 1. A method for detecting a latent failure mode in an electronic selector having an interface switch and at least two underlying switches comprising:incrementing a first interface switch selection counter if a first or a second of the at least two underlying switches is selected greater than or equal to a predetermined switch status confirmation time;incrementing a first underlying switch closed counter each time if the first of the at least two underlying switches is closed from an open state;incrementing a first underlying switch open counter each time if the first of the at least two underlying switches is opened from a closed state;incrementing a second underlying switch closed counter each time if the second of the at least two underlying switches is closed from an open state;incrementing a second underlying switch open counter each time if the second of the at least two underlying switches is opened from a closed state;detecting if a first of the at least two underlying switches is stuck open when the first interface switch selection ...

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15-02-2018 дата публикации

Switching device for operating at least one load

Номер: US20180048303A1

Switching device ( 1 ) for operating at least one load, comprising at least one switching unit ( 7; 8; 9 ), which switches a tapped current phase (L) to a load ( 2 - 1; 2 - 2; 2 - 3 ) connectable to the switching unit ( 7; 8; 9 ) to supply said load with current and which has a measurement unit ( 7 C; 8 C; 9 C) which measures a current phase progression of the at least one current phase (L); a local control unit ( 18 ), which after receiving a control command from an external control system ( 24 ) actuates a semiconductor switch ( 7 B; 8 B; 9 B) of the switching unit ( 7; 8; 9 ) in such a way that the semiconductor switch ( 7 B; 8 B; 9 B) switches at a zero of the current phase (L) measured by the measurement unit ( 7 C; 8 C; 9 C), and a local monitoring unit ( 20 ), which evaluates the current phase progression, measured by the measurement unit ( 7 C; 8 C; 9 C), of the at least one current phase (L) to detect an operational deviation from a normal current supply to the associated load ( 2 - 1; 2 - 2; 2 - 3 ) connected to the switching unit ( 7; 8; 9 ), and reports any detected operational deviation.

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13-02-2020 дата публикации

AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF DEVICE FOR A CLOTHES DRYER

Номер: US20200048821A1
Автор: Armstrong Malcolm
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A sensor is provided that is applicable to new and old clothes dryers, including clothes dryers that have a built-in moisture sensor, because the sensor of the present invention also measures the humidity which has proven to be far more accurate. The retrofit moisture and humidity sensor can be installed in a clothes dryer and can be used to reduce energy consumption for gas and electric clothes dryers. The sensor communicates with a receiver device that shuts off the power to the clothes dryer when the items in the clothes dryer are sufficiently dry as measured by the sensor. An advantage of this inexpensive power saving device is that it does not require any mechanical alterations to the clothes dryer. 1. An automatic shutoff device for a clothes dryer , the device consisting of: a sensor for detecting a humidity level of air exiting the drum of the clothes dryer,', 'a communication device, and', 'a power source in electrical contact with the communication device;, 'a sensor device being removably placeable in an exhaust port of the clothes dryer by a user of the clothes dryer, the sensor device comprisinga receiver device operable to reversibly interrupt a flow of electrical power between the clothes dryer and an external electrical power source when the receiver device is in electrical contact with a power cord of the clothes dryer and with the external electrical power source, the receiver device being configured to receive a signal from the communication device of the sensor device; anda wire connecting the sensor device and the receiver device such that communications can be sent from the sensor device to the receiver device,wherein when the clothes dryer is in use and the humidity level detected by the sensor device is reduced to a predetermined humidity level, the communication device sends the signal through the wire to the receiver to interrupt the flow of electrical power from the external electrical power source to the clothes dryer.2. The automatic ...

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14-02-2019 дата публикации

SAFETY SWITCHING APPARATUS

Номер: US20190049911A1
Автор: GREGORIUS Carsten
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The disclosure relates to a modular safety switching apparatus for controlling a plurality of electrical devices, comprising: a first safety switching module comprising a first switching signal output configured to control a first electrical device; a second safety switching module comprising a second switching signal output configured to control a second electrical device; and a connection element configured to electrically connect the first safety switching module to the second safety switching module; wherein the second safety switching module is downstream in signal transmission to the first safety switching module, and wherein the first safety switching module is configured to be deactivated in response to receiving a first control signal and is further configured to feed a second control signal to the second safety switching module to deactivate the second safety switching module. 1. A modular safety switching apparatus for controlling a plurality of electrical devices , comprising:a first safety switching module comprising a first switching signal output configured to control a first electrical device;a second safety switching module comprising a second switching signal output configured to control a second electrical device; anda connection element configured to electrically connect the first safety switching module to the second safety switching module;wherein the second safety switching module is downstream in signal transmission to the first safety switching module, and wherein the first safety switching module is configured to be deactivated in response to receiving a first control signal and is further configured to feed a second control signal to the second safety switching module to deactivate the second safety switching module.2. The modular safety switching apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a third safety switching module comprising a third switching signal output configured to control a third electrical device; anda second ...

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13-02-2020 дата публикации

RELAY WELDING DETECTION DEVICE, POWER SUPPLY CONTROL DEVICE INCLUDING SAME, AND WELDING DETECTION METHOD

Номер: US20200049768A1
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A relay welding detection device includes a voltage generator, first and second resistor strings, and a relay welding detector. A first relay is disposed on a first wiring line connecting a load to a first terminal of a direct-current power supply of a vehicle, and a second relay is disposed on a second wiring line connecting the load to a second terminal of the direct-current power supply. The first resistor string is connected in series to the first terminal of the direct-current power supply and the voltage generator therebetween, and the second resistor string is connected in series to the second terminal of the direct-current power supply and the voltage generator therebetween. The relay welding detector detects a potential at a connection point of two resistors of each of the first and second resistor strings to detect presence or absence of welding in the first relay and the second relay. 1. A relay welding detection device to be applied to a vehicle , the vehicle including:a direct-current power supply including a first terminal and a second terminal both connected to a load;a first relay disposed on a first wiring line connecting the first terminal to the load;a second relay disposed on a second wiring line connecting the second terminal to the load;a first resistor including a first end connected to a portion of the first wiring line between the first relay and the load, and a second end connected to a ground; anda second resistor including a first end connected to a portion of the second wiring line between the second relay and the load, and a second end connected to the ground;the relay welding detection device comprising:a voltage generator configured to generate a voltage, the voltage generator connected to the ground;a first resistor string including two resistors connected to each other in series at a first connection point, the first resistor string being connected in series to the voltage generator and the first terminal of the direct-current power ...

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23-02-2017 дата публикации

SMART SENSOR NETWORK FOR POWER GRID HEALTH MONITORING

Номер: US20170052222A1
Принадлежит: THE UNIVERSITY OF AKRON

A smart sensor network for power grid health monitoring includes a plurality of spaced sensors that are magnetically coupled to the power transmission line to be monitored. The sensors include a signal injection unit and a signal sensing unit. As such, one of the sensors acts to inject, via its signal injection unit, a high frequency signal through the magnetic coupling into the power transmission line, while sensors on either side of the signal injecting sensor act to block the injected signal, which is then detected by the signal sensing unit of the injecting sensor, and is used to measure the impedance of the power transmission line segment being analyzed. Based on the difference between a pre-measured impedance of the power transmission line being monitored and the actual impedance value of the power transmission line being measured by the sensor, the health of the power line can be obtained. 1. A power transmission line monitoring system comprising:a first sensor magnetically coupled to the power transmission line, and configured to inject a high frequency signal therein via the magnetic coupling;a second sensor magnetically coupled to the power transmission line at a predetermined distance from one end of said first sensor, wherein said second sensor blocks said injected signal back toward said first sensor; anda third sensor magnetically coupled to the power transmission line at a predetermined distance from another end of said first sensor, wherein said third sensor blocks said injected signal back toward said first sensor;wherein said first sensor detects said blocked signals from said second and third sensors to determine an impedance of a segment of the power transmission line that is between said second and third sensors.2. The power transmission line monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein the impedance is determined in real-time.3. The power transmission line monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein said first sensor includes a controller to compare a ...

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25-02-2016 дата публикации

FAIL-SAFE CIRCUIT

Номер: US20160056001A1
Автор: SAWANO Shunichi
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A fail-safe circuit enables a switch to turn on/off according to a signal from an external device if a microcomputer that controls the turning on/off of the switch falls into an abnormal state and is reset, and if the power supply for a circuit that backs up the control of the switch is lost. The fail-safe circuit includes a microcomputer that controls the turning on/off of a switch based on an instruction signal from an input terminal, a watchdog circuit that generates a reset signal based on a watchdog pulse from the microcomputer, and a transistor for masking a watchdog pulse for resetting a flip-flop circuit that is set by the reset signal. If a voltage supplied by a power supply circuit is lost, a transistor turns off, and therefore the switch turns on/off according to an instruction signal supplied to an output terminal via a resistor and a diode. 1. A fail-safe circuit comprising a controller that controls a turning on/off of a switch based on and external instruction signal instructing a turning on/off of the switch , and a watchdog circuit that generates a reset signal for resetting the controller based on a watchdog pulse generated by the controller , the fail-safe circuit performing a fail-safe operation based on the reset signal generated by the watchdog circuit , the fail-safe circuit comprising:a flip-flop circuit that is respectively set and reset upon receiving the reset signal and the watchdog pulse; anda mask that masks the watchdog pulse that is to be input to the flip-flop circuit,wherein in a case of being reset by the reset signal, the controller masks the watchdog pulse using the mask from when the reset is released until starting to control a turning on/off of the switch, andin a case where the flip-flop circuit has been set by the reset signal, and in a case where a power supply for supplying power to the flip-flop circuit been turned off, the switch is turned on/off according to the instruction signal.2. The fail-safe circuit according to ...

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