Plural Doors Or Windows Patents (Class 340/545.9)
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Patent number: 12159762Abstract: A three-way switch associated with an entry point barrier may provide a security system with information regarding a position of the entry point barrier as it moves along a path of travel. As the entry point barrier moves, the three-way switch may come into proximity with an external object, and the three-way switch may indicate to the security system that a circuit associated with the three-way switch has been closed. The security system may determine that the entry point barrier is in a given position, and one or more security system policies associated with the given position may be activated.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2023Date of Patent: December 3, 2024Assignee: Comcast Cable Communications, LLCInventors: Tamara Nowakowski, Marcus Spain
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Patent number: 12008888Abstract: A system includes one or more sensors to monitor at least one compartment of an object. A processor is communicatively-coupled to the one or more sensors to determine an alarm event based on activation of at least one sensor of the one or more sensors.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2024Date of Patent: June 11, 2024Inventor: William J. Hoofe, IV
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Patent number: 11908307Abstract: A system includes one or more sensors to monitor at least one compartment of an object. A processor is communicatively-coupled to the one or more sensors to determine an alarm event based on activation of at least one sensor of the one or more sensors.Type: GrantFiled: August 9, 2021Date of Patent: February 20, 2024Inventor: William J. Hoofe, IV
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Patent number: 11728107Abstract: A three-way switch associated with an entry point barrier may provide a security system with information regarding a position of the entry point barrier as it moves along a path of travel. As the entry point barrier moves, the three-way switch may come into proximity with an external object, and the three-way switch may indicate to the security system that a circuit associated with the three-way switch has been closed. The security system may determine that the entry point barrier is in a given position, and one or more security system policies associated with the given position may be activated.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2021Date of Patent: August 15, 2023Assignee: Comcast Cable Communications, LLCInventors: Tamara Nowakowski, Marcus Spain
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Patent number: 11195677Abstract: A three-way switch associated with an entry point barrier may provide a security system with information regarding a position of the entry point barrier as it moves along a path of travel. As the entry point barrier moves, the three-way switch may come into proximity with an external object, and the three-way switch may indicate to the security system that a circuit associated with the three-way switch has been closed. The security system may determine that the entry point barrier is in a given position, and one or more security system policies associated with the given position may be activated.Type: GrantFiled: August 21, 2020Date of Patent: December 7, 2021Assignee: COMCAST CABLE COMMUNICATIONS, LLCInventors: Tamara Nowakowski, Marcus Spain
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Patent number: 10790103Abstract: A three-way switch associated with an entry point barrier may provide a security system with information regarding a position of the entry point barrier as it moves along a path of travel. As the entry point barrier moves, the three-way switch may come into proximity with an external object, and the three-way switch may indicate to the security system that a circuit associated with the three-way switch has been closed. The security system may determine that the entry point barrier is in a given position, and one or more security system policies associated with the given position may be activated.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2019Date of Patent: September 29, 2020Assignee: COMCAST CABLE COMMUNICATIONS, LLCInventors: Tamara Nowakowski, Marcus Spain
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Patent number: 10274909Abstract: Methods and systems are described for controlling access to a home based on user occupancy. According to at least one embodiment, an apparatus for controlling access to a home based on user occupancy includes a processor, a memory in electronic communication with the processor, and instructions stored in the memory which are executable by a processor to determine a location of a user of a home automation system relative to a barrier of a home being monitored by the home automation system. The instructions are executable to determine whether to permit a change in a locking mechanism of the barrier based in part on the determined location of the user, and maintain a current state of the home automation system.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2014Date of Patent: April 30, 2019Assignee: Vivint, Inc.Inventor: Jefferson Lyman
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Patent number: 9007208Abstract: Data is received that comprises at least one data stream derived from each of a plurality of sensors that each characterize one or more attributes of equipment components. Thereafter, using the received data and a density-based clustering algorithm that produces micro-clusters for each pair of sensors, correlated sensors having component correlations above a pre-defined threshold are identified. It can then be determined that data from two or more correlated sensors triggers at least one alert event. Subsequently, data is provided that characterizes the at least one alert event. Related apparatus, systems, techniques and articles are also described.Type: GrantFiled: June 12, 2013Date of Patent: April 14, 2015Assignee: SAP SEInventors: Zbigniew Jerzak, Yuanzhen Ji
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Patent number: 8952811Abstract: The present invention includes, a failure sensing part to sense the failure created in the encoder mode and sensorless mode to control the door; a main control part to convert the main operation part and backup control part mutually when a failure is sensed by the primary operation mode by the failure sensing part after deciding either of the encoder mode or sensorless mode as a primary operation mode and another one is decided as a backup operation mode; and a location/speed conversion part to perform the door control by calculating the door moving distance according to the corresponding mode when the operation mode is converted by the main control part.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 2010Date of Patent: February 10, 2015Assignee: The Korea Development BankInventor: Jun Hyung No
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Patent number: 8810397Abstract: The invention specifies an apparatus and a method for monitoring a building opening which is closed with a closure element (6, 6a . . . 6n) which is not fully transparent. The apparatus comprises a pattern (M), which is arranged on one side of the closure element (6, 6a . . . 6n) or is projected onto this side, and a detection unit (7a . . . 7e) which is aligned with this pattern (M). A comparison unit compares the actual pattern (M) detected by the detection unit (7a . . . 7e) with a desired pattern and triggers an alarm if the difference between the actual pattern (M) and the desired pattern exceeds a predefinable threshold.Type: GrantFiled: January 11, 2011Date of Patent: August 19, 2014Inventor: Stefan Wieser
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Patent number: 8443458Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a mechanism for tamper detection of electronic devices (110) in closed units which is robust and low cost. The object is achieved by a method in an electronic device (110) for detecting if a cover (100) enclosing the electronic device (110) has been opened. The cover (100) comprises an enclosing assembly (250) which is adapted to fasten the cover (100) into a closed position. The electronic (device 110) comprises a non volatile memory (120). The non volatile memory (120) comprises a stored reference signature associated to the enclosing assembly (250) when the cover (100) was fastened into a closed position. The method comprises the following steps: (Creating 1003) a signature associated to the enclosing assembly (250). Comparing (1004) the created signature with the reference signature. Detecting (1007) that the cover 100 has been opened when the comparing (1004) results in a difference.Type: GrantFiled: January 16, 2008Date of Patent: May 14, 2013Assignee: Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (publ)Inventor: Dan Anders Lindqvist
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Patent number: 8269627Abstract: A status monitoring device for a fenestration unit is provided. The device is positioned in or on the fenestration unit and includes a panel position sensor and a lock status sensor. The device is capable of transmitting panel position data and lock status data to a remote device, trigger an audible alarm on the device or the remote device, trigger a visual alarm on the device or the remote device, or a combination of these.Type: GrantFiled: November 26, 2008Date of Patent: September 18, 2012Assignee: Andersen CorporationInventors: Sachin Gore, David Plummer, Daniel Timmerman
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Patent number: 8207845Abstract: An alarm system includes one or more audio stations, and an audio station network interface. The audio stations communicate wirelessly with the audio station network interface. The audio station network interface communicates with a monitoring center over a cellular network, to allow audio monitoring of the premises at the audio stations. The audio station network interface may be called by the monitoring center. Calls may optionally be placed by it in response to user interaction with one of the audio stations.Type: GrantFiled: July 14, 2008Date of Patent: June 26, 2012Assignee: Tyco Safety Products Canada Ltd.Inventors: Raman Kumar Sharma, Francisco Bogarin
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Patent number: 7941245Abstract: An automated shading system defines an environmental state as a discrete variable representing a history of values of a second discrete variable representing the ambient environment. The system executes a state-specific automated shading command upon occurrence of each state. Prior to usage, each automated shading command is initialized to one of two types of command, as a function of the corresponding state: an “adjust shading” command that causes an automatic adjustment to a predetermined shading setting, or a “do not adjust” command that causes no shading adjustment. The system also enables a user to directly adjust the shading to a selected setting via deliberate shading commands. After each deliberate shading adjustment, the system updates the automated shading command associated with the current state to an “adjust shading” command that, upon subsequent occurrence of the same state, will cause an automatic adjustment to the same selected setting.Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 2008Date of Patent: May 10, 2011Inventor: Pradeep Pranjivan Popat
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Patent number: 7855641Abstract: A window fan security system comprises a window fan housing, fan assembly, motion detector, audible alarm, light, and control panel, whereby the system is placed in a window, and when motion is detected proximate to the exterior of the window an alarm and/or light is triggered, whereby a would-be intruder is detected and deterred.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2008Date of Patent: December 21, 2010Inventor: Nelson Chinedu Okafo
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Patent number: 7468666Abstract: A system and method for monitoring a facility is provided. Generally, the system comprises monitoring tags wherein each monitoring tag emits an identifier signal unique to each monitoring tag, monitoring sensors wherein the monitoring sensors receive signals from the monitoring tags and relay the signals to one or more monitoring stations, and monitoring stations wherein the monitoring stations log and display information associated with the signals received. The monitoring station identifies possible events based on the signals received from the monitoring sensors. The monitoring station alerts staff members of the events via a graphical user interface, pagers, email, and alarms.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2006Date of Patent: December 23, 2008Assignee: Secure Care Products, Inc.Inventors: Daniel J. Ciarcia, Jr., Michael J. McHugh
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Patent number: 7154394Abstract: A hidden security device for a container of cargo transportation includes a case provided with an electronic processing unit; a tightly-seized device, including a plate, extending from the case, on which a displacement sensor communicating with the electronic processing unit is provided at a predetermined place; and a tightly-seized part, perpendicularly extending from the plate and having a flexing end; and an antenna, communicating with the electronic processing unit and extending out from the case to the flexing end of the tightly-seized part. The present security device can accurately record the time and frequency of opening the door plates of the container, and meanwhile it is disposed on the inner side of the door plates, and is readily concealed.Type: GrantFiled: October 26, 2004Date of Patent: December 26, 2006Assignee: China International Marine Containers (Group) Co., Ltd.Inventor: Yuanda Zhou
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Patent number: 7132941Abstract: A system for monitoring an environment comprises a plurality of sensors, each sensor generating respective events in response to activity in the environment. A processor is in operative association with the sensors, and at least one stored set of linked events are accessible to the processor. The processor is responsive to an event being generated by a sensor to determine whether the event is in a sequence of events corresponding to a stored set of linked events and to generate an alarm accordingly.Type: GrantFiled: September 19, 2003Date of Patent: November 7, 2006Inventor: Charlie Sherlock
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Patent number: 6867701Abstract: A computer-server rack enclosure fault light diagnostic system and a method for providing an overall rack level fault indicator of a fault incurred by a unit of electronic equipment housed in the rack. The rack may be an EIA standard rack holding constituent components complying with EIA standards.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2002Date of Patent: March 15, 2005Assignee: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Bradley Michael Lawrence, David Frederick Champion, Daniel Paul Kelaher
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Patent number: 6812837Abstract: An automatic door system capable of distinguishing between a door closing action for when an object leaves a prescribed area, which results from a “signal discontinuation due to the exit of an object”, and a door closing action for when an object remains stationary within the area for a certain period of time, which results from a “forced signal discontinuation in the presence of a stationary object”. Regarding the latter case, the automatic door system protects a person who stops in the area by setting the door to close at a low speed and/or issuing a vocal warning. The door closing action of the automatic door system can thereby reduce the risk of hitting the person with the door.Type: GrantFiled: November 20, 2002Date of Patent: November 2, 2004Assignee: Optex Co., Ltd.Inventor: Akihiro Ikeuchi
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Patent number: 6724316Abstract: In a first aspect, the present invention is a method, apparatus, and system for detecting a change in position of a door or a window in an alarm system with a singular housing having a magnetometer for monitoring the magnetic field of the earth, and a microprocessor for detecting a change in the position of the singular housing with respect to the magnetic field of the earth. The microprocessor generates an alarm signal upon detecting the change, and causes the alarm signal to be transmitted, by wireless transmission, to a remote receiving station. The device may also be used to determine if an object that it is affixed to has been moved, such as for a theft alarm for an object such as a painting. In a second aspect of the invention, a gravitational sensor is used to monitor the gravitational field of the earth and determine if an associated object or person has been moved with respect to the gravitational field, thus providing motion detection and signaling an alarm.Type: GrantFiled: October 29, 2002Date of Patent: April 20, 2004Assignee: Honeywell International Inc.Inventors: Kenneth L. Addy, Kenneth G. Eskildsen
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Patent number: 6603398Abstract: An improved hoistway access detection system including three safety chains, one for monitoring door position on the even numbered floors, one for monitoring door position on the odd numbered floors, and one for monitoring the position of the pit door, wherein an elevator car is slowly moved to the alternate floor upon detection and subsequent closure of an open pit door and any landing door.Type: GrantFiled: November 16, 2001Date of Patent: August 5, 2003Assignee: Otis Elevator CompanyInventors: Helio Tinone, Frank W. Adams
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Patent number: 6472993Abstract: The present invention is a method, an apparatus, and a system for detecting a change in position of a door or a window in an alarm system. The present invention is a singular housing with a magnetometer for monitoring the magnetic field of the earth, and a microprocessor for detecting a change in the position of the singular housing with respect to the magnetic field of the earth. The microprocessor generates an alarm signal upon detecting the change, and causes the alarm signal to be transmitted, by wireless transmission, to a remote receiving station.Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 2001Date of Patent: October 29, 2002Assignee: Pittway Corp.Inventor: Kenneth L. Addy
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Patent number: 6388572Abstract: A portable selectively positional intruder alarm for sliding windows and doors is installed in a window or door frame with its longitudinal axis parallel to a sliding window sash or door at a selected distance therefrom to provide security while allowing the window to be partially open for ventilation and will emit an alarm either when the window or door is opened further or when the device is removed from the window or door frame. The device has a telescoping tubular housing with end plugs at each end. One end plug is fixed to the housing and the other is slidably mounted in the end of the housing. The end plugs are removably held against the opposed tracks of the sliding window sash or sliding door by the force of a compression spring within the housing. An alarm circuit disposed in the outer tube includes a battery, an audio transducer, a normally-open switch, a normally-closed switch, and may also include a visual alarm and battery condition indicator.Type: GrantFiled: June 18, 2001Date of Patent: May 14, 2002Inventor: Annie L. Salter
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Patent number: 6249225Abstract: An auxiliary alert process and system thereof for alarm system are adapted for monitoring all the devices, so that a great amount of installation fee and equipment cost can thus be saved, wherein the auxiliary alert process which includes the following steps. (1) Maintain at least a sensor installed at an entrance or an exit of an existing alarm system in functioning condition when the alarm system is disarmed. (2) Monitoring the entrance/exit by the sensor to determine whether there is a motion occurred at the monitoring entrance/exit. (3) Send a detected signal to a security control device which is connected between a control panel and the sensor of the alarm system when the sensor detects the intruding motion occurred at the monitoring entrance/exit, and trigger at least a local warning device by the security control device to generate an alert signal. (4) Stop the alert signal when the intruding motion ceases or terminates.Type: GrantFiled: December 28, 1998Date of Patent: June 19, 2001Inventor: Randall Wang