Abstract: Systems and methods for a battery separator system integrating a DC contactor (solenoid) plus control electronics and all required interconnects into a single sealed enclosure for the purpose of selectively connecting and disconnecting a main and auxiliary battery under predetermined conditions. Battery monitoring and control includes programmable time delays that immunize the system from reacting to transient conditions as well as monitoring for and correcting unintended states and disabling operation when voltage conditions fall outside of prescribed limits.

Abstract: Systems and methods for a battery separator system integrating a DC contactor (solenoid) plus control electronics and all required interconnects into a single sealed enclosure for the purpose of selectively connecting and disconnecting a main and auxiliary battery under predetermined conditions. Battery monitoring and control includes programmable time delays that immunize the system from reacting to transient conditions as well as monitoring for and correcting unintended states and disabling operation when voltage conditions fall outside of prescribed limits.

Abstract: Provided are improvements for systems and methods of alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC) power regulation. The system improvements include a regulation circuit having a microprocessor that controls a silicon controlled rectifier circuit. Method improvements include one or more of SCR load sharing, adaptive voltage droop compensation, and/or voltage rebound compensation.

Abstract: Provided are improvements for systems and methods of alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC) power regulation. The system improvements include a regulation circuit that controls a silicon controlled rectifier circuit. Method improvements include one or more of SCR load sharing, adaptive voltage droop compensation, and/or voltage rebound compensation.

Abstract: Provided are improvements for systems and methods of alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC) power regulation. The system improvements include a regulation circuit that controls a silicon controlled rectifier circuit. Method improvements include one or more of SCR load sharing, adaptive voltage droop compensation, and/or voltage rebound compensation.

Abstract: Provided are improvements for systems and methods of alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC) power regulation. The system improvements include a regulation circuit having a microprocessor that controls a silicon controlled rectifier circuit. Method improvements include one or more of SCR load sharing, adaptive voltage droop compensation, and/or voltage rebound compensation.

Abstract: Provided are improvements for systems and methods of alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC) power regulation. The system improvements include a regulation circuit having a microprocessor that controls a silicon controlled rectifier circuit. Method improvements include one or more of SCR load sharing, adaptive voltage droop compensation, and/or voltage rebound compensation.

Abstract: Provided are improvements for systems and methods of alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC) power regulation. The system improvements include a regulation circuit having a microprocessor that controls a silicon controlled rectifier circuit. Method improvements include one or more of SCR load sharing, adaptive voltage droop compensation, and/or voltage rebound compensation.

Abstract: A control system for a power distribution system includes electrical operators each of which has an open input, a close input and an operator member adapted to cooperate with a corresponding circuit breaker operating mechanism. Each operator member responds to the corresponding open input to actuate the operating mechanism and open the corresponding circuit breaker, and responds to the corresponding close input to actuate the operating mechanism and close the corresponding circuit breaker. A control circuit includes an input for a normal power source, an input for an emergency power source, open outputs electrically connected to the open inputs of the corresponding electrical operators, and close outputs electrically connected to the close inputs of the corresponding electrical operator. The control circuit delays one or more of the close outputs or inhibits one or more of the close outputs after a transfer switch output switches to the emergency source.

Abstract: A control circuit operates a dual directional DC motor from an AC power source. A controller has first and second position indication inputs adapted to receive respective first and second position indications. The controller also has first and second direction outputs, which respectively energize one of two first relay coils having contacts outputting respective AC voltages responsive to the direction outputs. A full wave bridge rectifier receives the AC voltage and responsively outputs a DC voltage, which energizes a second relay coil. A contact thereof directs that voltage to two sets of first relay contacts, which are also responsive to the direction outputs, and which respectively provide a positive or negative DC voltage to the motor. Another second relay coil contact provides a braking action to the motor responsive to removal of the DC voltage from the rectifier output following removal of the AC voltage to the rectifier.

Abstract: A transfer switch system includes a controller which sends separately timed restart signals over a communications network to an addressable relay associated with each load in order to sequentially restart the loads following a transfer. When the loads are elevators, the controller sends a prepare to transfer signal to each elevator through the associated addressable relay directing the elevator to park at a floor with its doors open and delays making a discretionary transfer until all elevators send a reply message over the network that they are appropriately parked. A message from the utility directing a reduction in use of their power can be sent to the controller over the communications network through an additional remote station. The controller can then transfer to the alternate power source and/or send messages to selected loads to shut down.

Abstract: Transfer between alternative electrical power sources for highly inductive loads, such as motors, is made using an open transition with the load connected to the new source only after the voltage on the load bus has fallen below a predetermined value, preferably a value which is about 30% or less of the nominal source voltage.

Abstract: An uninterruptible power source having a static transfer switch which switches rapidly between a commercial power source and an alternate power source is removed from service by a maintenance bypass switch having a first switch in series with the uninterruptible power source and a second switch which shunts the uninterruptible power source and the first switch. The first and second switches are circuit breakers having handles which toggle between open and closed positions. The maintenance bypass switch includes an operator which operates the two circuit breakers in opposition with a closed transition so that one switch is always closed. An interlock prevents operation of the maintenance bypass switch when the alternate power source of the uninterruptible power supply is selected by the static transfer switch.

Abstract: A solid state electronic power switch selectively controls power delivered to a load such as a fan. A momentary contact control switch is provided which is connected to a switching logic circuit whose output state changes when the control switch is activated. A plurality of power control circuits are connected in parallel with one another and in series with a load across a power source. Each of the power control circuits includes either an SCR or a triac element. A turn-on control circuit is provided connected to the SCR or triac for initial turn-on only when a voltage across the element is small compared to a peak-to-peak voltage across it prior to application of gate voltage. With the system of the invention, the load such as a fan can be operated at various discrete power levels without the associated mechanical and electrical noise problems of previous systems.

Abstract: An infrared transmitter and control circuit for a load such as a ceiling fan which is capable of starting and regulating the speed of the ceiling fan as well as reversing the direction of the ceiling fan, controlling a light. The apparatus allows the selective control of a single one of a plurality of ceiling fans such that operation of the control does not cause all of the ceiling fans to change speed. The apparatus eliminates the need for running wiring between the ceiling fan and a switch and saves substantial installation costs.

Abstract: A multiple position power control switch is connected in series with a load across a power source. A five position rotary switch permits the load to be selectively operated at four different power levels. The fifth position of the switch provides "OFF" operation. With the invention, component cost is reduced and power level control of a load is achieved with minimum power dissipation.