Abstract: A transfer switch configured particularly for use with traffic signal controllers, to enable a traffic signal controller to be powered by a portable electrical generator, when utility line power is unavailable. A housing, configured to be mounted either on the surface of a traffic signal controller cabinet, or recessed into an opening of the cabinet, so as to be flush to the surface thereof, is provided. The housing is configured to be substantially weatherproof without requiring the use of gaskets.

Abstract: An auxiliary lighting system contains at least one photoelectric cell to convert ambient light into energy and at least one light emitting diode. The photoelectric cell converts ambient light into energy which is stored in a storage cell. A switching system provides energy from the storage cell to the light emitting diode upon certain conditions, generally by time or by lack of ambient light.

Abstract: A technique is provided for applying secondary or backup power to a networked device in the event of a loss or malfunction of network power. In a control and monitoring network. Various devices may receive both power and data signals from a network cable. In the event of loss of network power, or the reduction in network power, the devices can automatically and without interruptions seek power from the secondary power source.

Abstract: A hand washing alert system includes a housing that is mounted on a wall above a doorway. A motion detector is mounted on the housing and is adapted for detecting motion through the doorway. A processor is mounted in the housing and is electrically coupled to the motion detector. A sound emitter is mounted on the housing and is electrically coupled to the processor. An electronic memory storage is mounted in the housing and is electrically coupled to the processor. A message indicating that a person should wash their hands is recorded on the electronic memory storage. The processor is adapted for playing the message on the sound emitter between 20 seconds and 40 seconds after the motion detector detects motion.

Abstract: A solar panel incorporating a selectively actuable energy availability indicator arrangement. The arrangement includes a visual indicator, such as an LED, and a selectively actuable button. Actuation of the button completes a circuit to read the level of energy available. A resistor in series with the LED as it is connected to the terminals of the solar panel limits the current flow through the LED. A blocking diode connected in series with a charging battery prevents the LED from reading the charge of the battery.

Abstract: Lighting device having a number of light sources for illumination an area around the lighting device. The lighting device including capabilities for generating illumination when a primary power source is unavailable. The light device may include a secondary power source for use in powering the lighting device when the primary power source is unavailable. The lighting device may include multiple operating modes, optionally depending on the active power source.

Abstract: A child resistant closure cap for preventing the inadvertent consumption of pharmaceutical products, bleaches or other products by children or other minors. The child resistant closure cap can be easily removed by adults and elderly persons and uses intrinsic biometric (physical dimension) human attributes to differentiate between adults and children instead of relying on differences in ability. In use, the present invention senses electronically the size of the thumb, forefinger or middle finger, or hand crotch, prior to unlatching the closure cap. The sensors are provided using at least one piezoelectric transducer which performs both functions of detecting the biometric attributes of the user, and by doing so, also generates and stores electrical energy by virtue of the piezoelectric effect.

Abstract: A network is configured to apply power and data signals to networked devices for operation of the devices. A backup power supply module is coupled to the source of network power and to a secondary power source. The secondary power source may have an adjustable voltage level or a level fixed with relation to the network power voltage level. In the event of a loss or insufficiency of network power, power from the secondary source is automatically applied to the connected device or devices. The device may be programmed for certain failure modes and the secondary power source provides the power needed for operation in the event of loss of network power.

Abstract: The present invention provides a remote notification device in electronic communication with a user's personal communication device that alerts the user that the personal communication device is receiving an incoming telecommunications signal. A user who is not in operable contact with the communication device is alerted to the incoming call, message, or page by the remote notification device, which is in operable contact with the user, and alerts the user with a suitable indication (e.g., visual, audible, and/or tactile). The remote notification device preferably permits the user to not alter his or her desired appearance in social situations. The remote notification device is easily concealable or integral to an article of clothing, piece of jewelry, piercing, or accessory that the user desires to wear or carry independent of the desire to be notified of incoming calls, messages, or pages.

Abstract: A child alert system that uses radio transmitters and receivers to provide the location of a child, adult or object to which a transmitter unit of the system is attached. The transmitter unit includes a panic button for allowing the wearer of the transmitter unit to send a panic signal when they feel endangered. The system further includes signaling when the transmitter is submerged, when the vital signs of the wearer fall below a certain threshold, or when the transmitter is tampered or removed from the person.

Abstract: A POE (power over Ethernet)-prioritized active splitter is disclosed for a prioritized network having different priorities such as a network security system that uses an intelligent POE power supply with a prioritized back-up response, allowing a lower cost UPS (uninterruptible power supply) system to be used, and also providing a longer back-up time period by the UPS system for more critical components of the security system. A simple embodiment operates with only two priority levels, a high priority level for more critical components of the, such as the cable modem, the system router, fire alarm devices, local warning devices and the alarm communicator, while less critical components are supplied with electrical power at the low priority level. In the event of a power outage or disconnection, the critical high priority components remain connected to the Ethernet network to be supplied with electrical power by the UPS system and also to communicate over the twisted wire pairs of the Ethernet network.

Abstract: A multifunction car theft alarm lock with tire pressure sensing device, includes a lock unit adapted to lock the steering wheel of a car, a sensor module providing multiple sensing modes to enhance the anti-theft function, and tire pressure sensors adapted to detect tire pressure of the car and adapted to enable an audio visual alarm if tire pressure drops below a predetermined value.

Abstract: A remote monitoring system for elevator has a plurality of remote monitors for individually monitoring the running states of a plurality of elevators installed in a building, transmits running state data from the remote monitoring system via a communal public telephone line to a communal monitoring center, and allows communication between interphones, provided in the carriages of the elevators, and the monitoring center via the public telephone line. Each of the plurality of remote monitors comprises a memory unit which stores incoming time data of different incoming times, the remote monitor performing incoming controls after independently determining call signals from the monitoring center, based on the incoming time data stored in the memory unit.

Abstract: A home automation module having an externally powered communications port. The module includes an automation microprocessor for controlling the module, a communications port for enabling the module to draw power in limited quantities from an external source, a receiver/transmitter section, a power line carrier (PLC) coupler for enabling the transfer of signals between the module and a main while electrically isolating the module from the main, a zero-crossing detector for monitoring the phase of the power on the main while maintaining substantial electrical isolation of the module from the main, and a boost regulator for enabling the module to derive sufficient power from the communications port to drive the PLC coupler during signal transmissions from the module to the main. The detector maintains substantial electrical isolation through an opto-isolator. The boost regulator stores up power over time so that sufficient power will be available when the demand is made.

Abstract: A water protection system apparatus for detecting and stopping a flow of water which includes a power supply, a water ionization switch, and a controlled valve assembly. The water ionization switch selectively conducts electricity when exposed to water and includes an initially dry non-conductive crystallized compound. The compound ionizes when exposed to water to form an electrolyte which conducts electricity. This switch is connected to a controlled valve assembly to stop the flow of water in response to the detection of water by the switch. Other refinements include modifications to the switch housing and condition indicators for monitoring the system and signaling water detection and shutdown operations.

Abstract: A power monitoring section detects the interruption of AC electric power from a power line, and switches operating power within a camera to power from a battery. A control section sets control of the camera to a different mode at the power stopping time. The operation is controlled to pick-up one static image at constant time intervals, and sequentially stores the static image to a data storage section. A voice section stops collecting sounds. The control section stops communication with a master set. When the AC electric power is restored the operating power is switched to the electric power from the power line. When a user utilizing the master set knows the restoration of the power, the user gives commands for reading image information stored during the power stoppage to the camera, and monitors the state during the interruption of the AC electric power.

Abstract: A detector system that utilizes a remote backup power source to provide backup power to a plurality of detectors. The detector system is configured so that if the primary power source, typically a commercially available 110V power source, to one or more of the detectors is cut, the remote backup power source will provide power to those detector(s) lacking power. The remote backup power source can be a rechargeable battery and can be strategically placed in a residence, such as in a utility room or garage, so as to make the battery readily accessible to the residence's occupant(s).

Abstract: A remote monitoring system for elevator has a plurality of remote monitors for individually monitoring the running states of a plurality of elevators installed in a building, transmits running state data from the remote monitoring system via a communal public telephone line to a communal monitoring center, and allows communication between interphones, provided in the carriages of the elevators, and the monitoring center via the public telephone line. Each of the plurality of remote monitors comprises a memory unit which stores incoming time data of different incoming times, the remote monitor performing incoming controls after independently determining call signals from the monitoring center, based on the incoming time data stored in the memory unit.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for activating smoke detector alarms within a house. The method includes the steps of providing a plurality of smoke detectors dispersed among a plurality of locations within the house, detecting smoke within a first smoke detector of the plurality of smoke detectors, transmitting a radio frequency signal from the first smoke detector to a second smoke detector of the plurality of smoke detectors upon detection of smoke by the first smoke detector and activating an alarm within the second smoke detector upon detection of the radio frequency signal from the first smoke detector.

Abstract: The present application provides a new emergency exit system. The system comprises an exit door controlled by an emergency detection system, which includes emergency detection sensors such as a smoke detector, a heat detector and/or a carbon monoxide detector functionally connected to the door. The exit door is pivotally mounted on a frame and equipped with a locking mechanism which is in communication with the emergency detection system through an alarm system. The door automatically opens and illuminates when an unsafe emergency situation is detected to provide a lighted escape route at the floor level of a room.

Abstract: A communications apparatus includes an energy storage device, such as a backup battery, that provides power in certain circumstances, such as when an external power supply is not available. The communications device determines an emergency threshold that provides sufficient power to communicate emergency information. The communications device also monitors the energy level remaining in the energy storage device and provides communications services so long as the energy level remaining in the energy storage device exceeds the emergency threshold.

Abstract: A remote controller is provided comprising an array of operating keys arranged to be actuated by a user, a control circuit for controlling the action of corresponding components in response to the movement of the operating keys, a signal transmitter arranged responsive to control commands of the control circuit determined by the movement of the operating keys for transmitting radio signals, a case containing the above components therein, a battery holder provided in the case for holding dry cells to supply the power, and a spare battery storage provided in the case for storing spare dry cells which replace exhausted dry cells in the battery holder. When the dry cells in the battery holder are exhausted, they are removed out from the battery holder. Then, the spare dry cells in the spare battery storage are loaded into the battery holder. This can facilitate replacement of the dry cells.

Abstract: There is provided an illuminated mounting system for storing a small, domestic type fire extinguisher in a manner allowing quick location and retrieval in the event of a fire. A rear section of a housing is plugged into a convenient electrical outlet and a fire extinguisher is mounted thereon. In a first embodiment, a front section of the housing, containing an illuminating beacon/nightlight and a rechargeable flashlight, hinges closed to secure the fire extinguisher in place. The mount/locator may be used as a flashlight either with or without the fire extinguisher in place. In a second embodiment, the illuminating beacon/nightlight and a rechargeable flashlight plug into a receptacle in the rear housing allowing use of the flashlight without disturbing the fire extinguisher. The second embodiment may also have one or more supplementary outlets which replace or supplement the receptacle into which the mount/locator is plugged.

Abstract: A backup electrical power unit for use in providing a backup power supply to an alarm panel when primary power to the alarm panel is interrupted. The backup unit comprises a solar panel array, including an array output, the array producing an array DC voltage and a charging current at the array output. It further includes a battery including a battery terminal output having a battery output voltage. A first circuit is included, interposed electrically between the array output and the battery terminal output, for electrically connecting the array output to the battery terminal output at a first voltage level of the battery output voltage.

Abstract: In an arrangement for a security module that is plugged via an interface onto a base plate of a postal device, particularly a postage meter machine, the battery is replaceably arranged on the security module, and the voltage monitoring unit includes a circuit for a resettable self-holding, the self-holding being triggered when the battery voltage drops below a predetermined threshold. The status can be interrogated by a processor. The resetting of the self-holding can only be triggered when the battery voltage has risen above the predetermined threshold.

Abstract: An uninterruptible power supply that provides power to an electrical device, the uninterruptible power supply that includes a first housing; a cover plate that includes a plurality of electrical outlets located on a surface of the cover plate and said cover plate is connected to the first housing in an angled position; and a battery in electrical communication with the plurality of electrical outlets on the surface of the cover plate, and the battery being removably attached to the first housing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a protective working device (1) for miners, comprising a lamp (3) , which can for instance be attached to a protective helmet (2), and which is connected via a cable (4) to a supply battery (11) which can be fastened to an item of clothing such as a belt (6) and is supplied with electrical energy from the supply battery (11). A transponder device (13) is supplied with energy from the same battery (11) which interoperates with underground personnel detection systems such as detection sensors which monitor the working and operating areas of support frames for underground faces or of underground mining machines.

Abstract: An integrated outdoor lighting and sound systems comprising a plurality of outdoor landscaping lighting units, a wiring cable interconnecting the plurality of outdoor landscaping lighting units, a source of low-voltage energy connected to said wiring cable and a plurality of speaker assemblies, each of the speaker assemblies including a speaker, an audio amplifier for amplifying sound to the speaker, the audio amplifier further including leads connected to the wiring cable for supplying electrical power to the audio amplifier, and a battery storage electrically connected to the wiring cable for storing electrical energy and for supplying the electrical energy to the audio amplifier.

Abstract: Alarm system for motor vehicle, incorporating an alarm control unit (10) which is powered by a main battery (30) of the motor vehicle, a siren unit (26) likewise powered by the main battery (30), and a back-up battery (28) in the siren unit (26) which is arranged to power the siren unit upon failure of the power supply from the main battery (30). To simplify and make such an alarm system safer, it is proposed inter alia that upon said failure of power supply from the main battery (30) the back-up battery (28) be arranged to automatically power also the alarm control unit (10).

Abstract: A line of illuminated electrically powered exit indicators, each having a power backup is mounted on one surface of a non-conductive tape-like support which is flexible enough to be formed into a roll and bend around corners. The exit indicators and the electric circuits are mounted on one surface of the support. A strong adhesive is applied to the opposite surface of the support so that the exit indicators can be easily attached by the adhesive to surfaces of corridors. The tape-like support is provided with a device which permits the tape-like support to be easily unrolled without stressing the electric circuits on the surface of the tape-like support roll.

Abstract: An amplifier assembly includes a heat sink and a plurality of amplifier stages, where the total power rating of the amplifier stages is greater than the power rating of the heat sink. The heat sink can have a power rating of 50 watts and can include two amplifier stages, each having a power rating of 50 watts. In an alarm system, each amplifier is able to power one or more selected alarm loops. One of the plurality of amplifier stages acts as a backup amplifier for any of the other amplifier stages in the event of an amplifier stage failure. Also, the amount of power produced by the amplifier stages is flexibly controlled by the alarm system.

Abstract: When a remaining capacity of a battery is displayed by remaining capacity display control means, operation state discrimination function discriminates an operation state of an apparatus and also discriminates whether battery output voltage Vout is greater than discrimination value Vp when the apparatus is in reception indication operation. If the battery output voltage Vout is greater than the discrimination value Vp, remaining capacity of the battery corresponding to the battery output voltage Vout in a standby state immediately before the start of the reception indication operation is displayed on LCD. If the battery output voltage Vout is equal to or smaller than the discrimination value Vp, the remaining capacity of the battery corresponding to the battery output voltage Vout of this time is displayed as it is on the LCD.

Abstract: A smoke detector is adapted to be coupled to a fire monitoring unit, and includes a power consuming unit and a power supply unit. The power consuming unit is adapted to be coupled electrically to the fire monitoring unit so as to draw electric power therefrom. The power supply unit is coupled electrically to the power consuming unit, and is operable so as to supply electric power to the power consuming unit when the electric power from the fire monitoring unit is cut-off.

Abstract: The alarm system is capable of detecting both conductive and non-conductive liquid level increases, designed for indoor operation, and ideally suited for detecting basement flooding or leaky domestic steel oil tanks or other fluid containment devices. A float, positioned above any surface such as a contained area (sump or drip pan), rises with the presence of a liquid, allowing a spring-loaded switch to rise, triggering a 9-volt powered battery electric circuit. The electric circuit, enclosed in a plastic enclosure, activates an audible pulsating alarm when triggered. A battery voltage monitor incorporated in the electric circuit, tests the battery voltage on a continuous bases, and will trigger the unit into the alarm mode when the battery voltage is insufficient to sustain continuous operation. A simple convenient self check feature allows the user to simply check the unit at any time.

Abstract: A secondary battery pack comprises a current detector for detecting charge current or discharge current of a secondary battery, a voltage detector for detecting voltage of the secondary battery, a temperature detector for measuring temperature of the secondary battery, a controller for calculating residual capacity of the secondary battery based on each parameter detected by each detector, and a display unit for displaying the calculated residual capacity. The display unit has at least two kinds of display states, and displays the residual capacity of the secondary battery using a ratio between respective display times of the two kinds of display states.

Abstract: A traffic light backup system for use with a traffic light is described. The traffic light backup system includes an auxiliary light associated with at least one of the enclosure housing the traffic lights and rechargeable batteries associated with the auxiliary light. A power failure is detected by monitoring the voltage across the bulbs of the traffic lights and also preferably by monitoring the current in the common, neutral lead. When a power failure has been detected, the traffic light backup system engages and the auxiliary light is powered by the rechargeable batteries, preferably in a flashing fashion. In a preferred embodiment, the auxiliary light consists of a plurality of LEDs arranged in an octagonal manner. The LEDs have a high luminosity and lower power consumption, which makes them well suited for use even in broad daylight.

Abstract: A security alarm system cooperates with a remote monitoring station to improve the reliability of the alarm system. The alarm system includes a control panel which during communications with the remote monitoring station, receives information used for the operation of the system and preferably provides information for storage by the remote monitoring station which information is recovered by the control panel if necessary.

Abstract: A smoke alarm having both an ionization detector and a photoelectric detector coupled to each other to generate an alarm signal when either of the detectors senses a potential fire. The smoke detector includes a power supply circuit having both an AC power supply and a DC battery power supply. During normal operating conditions, the AC power supply operates both the ionization detector and the photoelectric detector of the smoke alarm. Upon power interruption, the DC battery supply provides power to operate both the ionization detector and the photoelectric detector. The smoke alarm includes an interconnect that allows multiple smoke alarms to be coupled together.

Abstract: An alternative emergency power supply for LED traffic signal lights. The power supply includes an alternative power source, a power state detector, a circuit transfer switch, and a blink cycle timer and can be mounted on or in a traffic signal head. The power state detector can differentiate between a power failure in a traffic head and a main power supply failure. Upon a power failure, the LED traffic signal light and the alternative power source are disconnected from the main power supply lines. The LED traffic signal light may be 8 or 12 inches in diameter having an S-base, screw-in or Type II design and is placed into a flash mode for between about 12 hours and about 24 hours, or until normal power is restored. A coded signal is communicated to provide indication of a true main power supply failure.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a power failure managing device in a system including a backup power source; a CPU having a processing unit that detects a power failure and actuates the backup power source upon detecting the power failure; and a rewritable memory that records the status of the system at the moment of the power failure; wherein if the CPU determines that the backup power source is not properly functioning at the moment of the power failure, information from the backup power source is recorded in the memory.

Abstract: An emergency power station for traffic signal controllers having a general utility power supply, the emergency power station having a small footprint cabinet containing a fuel supply in a lowermost compartment, an engine and an electrical generator in a middle compartment, and a power station controller box in an uppermost compartment, the power station controller box having a power circuit connected to the utility power supply, the electrical power generator and the traffic signal controller, the power circuit including an activatable power switch selectively connecting the utility power supply or the power generator to the traffic signal controller, the power station controller box also including a control circuit with a power line monitor and a programmable timer system for sensing a power loss in the utility power supply, and, after a predetermined delay, activating the engine and switching the switch connecting the traffic signal controller to the power generator.

Abstract: The Emergency notification system includes a housing (11) that supports a lamp (15), a television (18), a radio (25), and a plug receptacle (29) for powering auxiliary appliances. Remote control sensors (17, 20, 24 and 30) actuate switches for energizing the elements of the invention, in response to remote control transmitters, such as hand-held transmitter (30) or a community transmitter actuated by emergency communication personnel.

Abstract: A repository including: an input unit (3) for setting the temperature of the interior (2) of a repository (1); a measuring unit (5,6) for measuring the temperature of the interior of the repository (1); a controller (4) for holding ID data to specify the repository itself and communicatively outputting the measurement data to the external; and an auxiliary power source (13) for communicating the measurement data to the external even during interruption of power supply. A central controller 11 for collecting the measured data from each repository and judging whether abnormality occurs or not is connected to plural repositories to fabricate a monitoring system. When abnormality is detected, the measured data as well as ID data and time data are transmitted to a user through the Internet.

Abstract: A security system comprising at least one satellite unit coupled in signal communication to a main unit, the main unit for emitting an alerting stimulus in response to a signal received from the satellite unit indicating the presence of a security threat.

Abstract: The present invention discloses improved smoke detector devices. In a preferred embodiment, the invention takes the form of an improved smoke detector of the type having a ceiling-mounted, main housing with an electrical circuit that includes an alarm device and a smoke sensing means that activates the alarm device when smoke is present in the vicinity of the sensing means. Wherein the improvement comprises a remote housing that is remotely disposed from the main housing, with the remote housing having affixed thereto a remote electrical circuit comprising a means for receiving an electrical connection from the main electrical circuit, a means for testing the operating condition of the main electrical circuit, a means for shutting off the alarm device, and a remote battery coupling means that allows a battery for powering the detector to be located in the remote housing.