公开(公告)号：US20060011144A1

公开(公告)日：2006-01-19

申请号：US10893549

申请日：2004-07-15

Applicant: Lawrence Kates

Inventor： Lawrence Kates

IPC: A01K29/00 ,  A01K27/00

CPC classification number: G01S1/70 ,  A01K15/02 ,  A01K15/021 ,  G01S5/0027 ,  G01S13/825 ,  G01S13/86 ,  G01S15/025 ,  Y10S119/908

Abstract: A computer-aided training and management system that uses a computer or other processor in wireless communication with an instrumented dog collar and/or optionally, one or more dog interaction devices, such as, for example, video monitors, loudspeakers, video cameras, training toys (e.g., ball, bone, moving toy, etc.), an animatronics “trainer,” a treat dispenser, a food dispensing and monitoring device, a water dispensing and monitoring device, tracking devices, a dog door, dog-monitoring doghouse, a dog-monitoring dog toilet, is described. In one embodiment, the instrumented dog collar is in two-way communication with a central computer system.

Abstract translation: 一种计算机辅助的训练和管理系统，其使用计算机或其他处理器与被检测的狗颈圈和/或可选的一个或多个狗交互设备（例如视频监视器，扬声器，摄像机，训练）进行无线通信 玩具（例如球，骨骼，移动玩具等），动漫电子“培训师”，治疗分配器，食物分配和监测装置，水分配和监测装置，跟踪装置，狗门，狗监测狗屋 描述了狗监护狗厕所。 在一个实施例中，被检测的狗衣领与中央计算机系统进行双向通信。

公开(公告)号：US20050275547A1

公开(公告)日：2005-12-15

申请号：US10856717

申请日：2004-05-27

Applicant: Lawrence Kates

Inventor： Lawrence Kates

IPC: G08B19/00 ,  G08B21/00 ,  G08B21/18 ,  G08B21/20

CPC classification number: G08B21/182 ,  G08B19/00 ,  G08B21/20 ,  Y10T137/5762 ,  Y10T137/8342

Abstract: A system for detecting water leaks is described. In one embodiment, the system includes a plurality of sensors, selected from a moisture sensor, a water level sensor, and/or a water temperature sensor. A processor collects moisture readings from the sensors. In one embodiment, the processor reports a possible water leak when a moisture sensor detects moisture above a moisture threshold value. In one embodiment, the processor report a water leak when the water level reading exceeds a water threshold value and/or when the temperature reading exceeds a temperature threshold value.

Abstract translation: 描述了一种用于检测漏水的系统。 在一个实施例中，系统包括从湿度传感器，水位传感器和/或水温传感器中选出的多个传感器。 处理器从传感器收集水分读数。 在一个实施例中，当湿度传感器检测到水分高于水分阈值时，处理器报告可能的漏水。 在一个实施例中，当水位读数超过水阈值和/或当温度读数超过温度阈值时，处理器报告漏水。

公开(公告)号：US20050275530A1

公开(公告)日：2005-12-15

申请号：US10856390

申请日：2004-05-27

Applicant: Lawrence Kates

Inventor： Lawrence Kates

IPC: G08B1/08 ,  G08B25/00

CPC classification number: G08B1/08 ,  G08B25/009

Abstract: A low cost, robust, wireless sensor system that provides an extended period of operability without maintenance is described. The system includes one or more intelligent sensor units and a base unit that can communicate with a large number of sensors. When one or more of the sensors detects an anomalous condition (e.g., smoke, fire, water, etc.) the sensor communicates with the base unit and provides data regarding the anomalous condition. The base unit can contact a supervisor or other responsible person by a plurality of techniques, such as, telephone, pager, cellular telephone, Internet, etc. In one embodiment, one or more wireless repeaters are used between the sensors and the base unit to extend the range of the system and to allow the base unit to communicate with a larger number of sensors.

Abstract translation: 描述了一种低成本，强大的无线传感器系统，可在不进行维护的情况下提供长时间的可操作性。 该系统包括一个或多个智能传感器单元和可与大量传感器通信的基本单元。 当一个或多个传感器检测到异常状况（例如，烟，火，水等）时，传感器与基本单元通信并提供关于异常状况的数据。 基本单元可以通过诸如电话，寻呼机，蜂窝电话，因特网等的多种技术与主管或其他负责人联系。在一个实施例中，在传感器和基本单元之间使用一个或多个无线中继器 扩展系统的范围，并允许基本单元与更多数量的传感器通信。

公开(公告)号：US08695888B2

公开(公告)日：2014-04-15

申请号：US13269155

申请日：2011-10-07

Applicant: Lawrence Kates

Inventor： Lawrence Kates

IPC: F24F7/00

CPC classification number: F24F11/62 ,  F24F1/022 ,  F24F3/044 ,  F24F7/10 ,  F24F11/0001 ,  F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/52 ,  F24F11/54 ,  F24F11/56 ,  F24F11/58 ,  F24F11/66 ,  F24F11/70 ,  F24F11/72 ,  F24F11/74 ,  F24F11/76 ,  F24F11/83 ,  F24F2110/00 ,  F24F2110/10 ,  F24F2110/40 ,  F24F2120/10 ,  F24F2140/40 ,  G05D23/1934

Abstract: An Electronically-Controlled Register vent (ECRV) that can be easily installed by a homeowner or general handyman is disclosed. The ECRV can be used to convert a non-zoned HVAC system into a zoned system. The ECRV can also be used in connection with a conventional zoned HVAC system to provide additional control and additional zones not provided by the conventional zoned HVAC system. In one embodiment, the ECRV is configured have a size and form-factor that conforms to a standard manually-controlled register vent. In one embodiment, a zone thermostat is configured to provide thermostat information to the ECRV. In one embodiment, the zone thermostat communicates with a central monitoring system that coordinates operation of the heating and cooling zones.

Abstract translation: 公开了可由房主或一般杂工容易安装的电子控制寄存器通风口（ECRV）。 ECRV可用于将未划分的HVAC系统转换为分区系统。 ECRV还可以与传统的分区式暖通空调系统结合使用，以提供额外的控制和传统分区式暖通空调系统不提供的附加区域。 在一个实施例中，ECRV被配置为具有符合标准手动控制的排放口的尺寸和形状因数。 在一个实施例中，区域恒温器被配置为向ECRV提供恒温器信息。 在一个实施例中，区域恒温器与协调加热和冷却区域的操作的中央监控系统通信。

公开(公告)号：US08101892B2

公开(公告)日：2012-01-24

申请号：US12119043

申请日：2008-05-12

Applicant: Lawrence Kates

Inventor： Lawrence Kates

IPC: H05B1/02

CPC classification number: B65D79/02 ,  B65D2203/10 ,  G01K3/04

Abstract: Systems and methods for monitoring conditions that affect the quality of food being served. Conditions such as temperature and elapsed time affect the quality of food and the safety of food consumers. Various embodiments of monitoring systems can be incorporated with different types of food containers. Sensors such as temperature probes can provide temperature information about the container and/or the food being served. The monitoring system can use such information in conjunction with elapsed time information in various ways. The monitored information can be displayed generally “real-time,” or it can be stored for subsequent analysis. The monitored information can also be used to trigger an alarm or similar indicator when a condition detrimental to food-serving is present. Various embodiments of the monitoring system having such features can be packaged in various embodiments, including a self-contained unit and an assembly of modular components linked by wire and/or wireless connections.

Abstract translation: 监测影响食物质量的条件的系统和方法。 温度和时间等条件影响食品质量和食品消费者的安全。 监测系统的各种实施例可以结合不同类型的食物容器。 诸如温度探针的传感器可以提供关于容器和/或正在服务的食物的温度信息。 监控系统可以以各种方式结合经过的时间信息使用这些信息。 所监视的信息可以通常“实时显示”显示，也可以存储以供后续分析。 当存在对食物不利的状况时，所监视的信息也可用于触发警报或类似的指示。 具有这种特征的监视系统的各种实施例可以被包装在各种实施例中，包括独立单元和通过有线和/或无线连接链接的模块化组件的组件。

公开(公告)号：US08020777B2

公开(公告)日：2011-09-20

申请号：US11668429

申请日：2007-01-29

Applicant: Lawrence Kates

Inventor： Lawrence Kates

IPC: G05D23/00 ,  F24F3/00

CPC classification number: F24D19/1084 ,  F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/47 ,  F24F11/62

Abstract: An Electronically-Controlled Register vent (ECRV) that can be easily installed by a homeowner or general handyman is disclosed. The ECRV can be used to convert a non-zoned HVAC system into a zoned system. The ECRV can also be used in connection with a conventional zoned HVAC system to provide additional control and additional zones not provided by the conventional zoned HVAC system. In one embodiment, the ECRV is configured to have a size and form-factor that conforms to a standard manually-controlled register vent. In one embodiment, a zone thermostat is configured to provide thermostat information to the ECRV. In one embodiment, the zone thermostat communicates with a central monitoring system that coordinates operation of the heating and cooling zones and provides heating and cooling to the various zones according to a cost budget.

Abstract translation: 公开了可由房主或一般杂工容易安装的电子控制寄存器通风口（ECRV）。 ECRV可用于将未划分的HVAC系统转换为分区系统。 ECRV还可以与传统的分区式暖通空调系统结合使用，以提供额外的控制和传统分区式暖通空调系统不提供的附加区域。 在一个实施例中，ECRV被配置为具有符合标准手动控制的排放口的尺寸和形状因数。 在一个实施例中，区域恒温器被配置为向ECRV提供恒温器信息。 在一个实施例中，区域恒温器与中央监控系统进行通信，该中央监控系统协调加热和冷却区域的操作，并根据成本预算向各个区域提供加热和冷却。

公开(公告)号：US08014902B2

公开(公告)日：2011-09-06

申请号：US12036153

申请日：2008-02-22

Applicant: Lawrence Kates

Inventor： Lawrence Kates

IPC: G01M1/38

CPC classification number: E04H4/129 ,  H02J3/14 ,  Y02B70/3225 ,  Y02B70/3275 ,  Y04S20/222 ,  Y04S20/244

Abstract: A system for load control in an electrical power system is described, wherein one or more temperature-monitoring devices are provided to control operation of a pool pump. When ambient temperatures are relatively high, and thus, electrical power demands from air conditioning systems are relatively high, the temperature-monitoring devices can remove power from the controlled device during the hottest portions of the day. The temperature-monitoring devices can provide power to the controlled devices during the cooler portions of the day. During heat waves or other periods of relatively continuous high heat, the temperature-monitoring devices can schedule power to the controlled devices to reduce overall power demands and to run the controlled devices during the cooler portions of the day when air conditioning electrical loads are reduced. The temperature-monitoring devices can also coordinate operation of the pool pump and a pool heater.

Abstract translation: 描述了一种用于电力系统中的负载控制的系统，其中提供一个或多个温度监控装置以控制水池泵的操作。 当环境温度相对较高时，因此，来自空调系统的电力需求相对较高时，温度监测装置可以在一天中最热的部分期间从受控设备中移除电力。 温度监控装置可以在一天的较冷部分期间为受控设备提供电力。 在热浪或相对持续的高热的其他时段期间，温度监测装置可以调节受控设备的电力以减少总体功率需求并且在空调电负载减少的一天的较冷部分期间运行受控设备。 温度监控装置还可以协调水池泵和池加热器的运行。

公开(公告)号：US20110025501A1

公开(公告)日：2011-02-03

申请号：US12905248

申请日：2010-10-15

Applicant: Lawrence Kates

Inventor： Lawrence Kates

IPC: G08B21/00

CPC classification number: G08B25/10 ,  G06F1/3209 ,  G08B1/08 ,  G08B13/04 ,  G08B17/00 ,  G08B17/10 ,  G08B21/14 ,  G08B21/182 ,  G08B25/001 ,  G08B25/007 ,  G08B25/009 ,  H04Q9/00 ,  H04Q9/02 ,  H04W52/0225 ,  H04W84/18 ,  Y02B70/30 ,  Y02D70/00 ,  Y02D70/144 ,  Y02D70/22 ,  Y02D70/26

Abstract: A low cost, robust, wireless sensor that provides an extended period of operability without maintenance is described. The wireless sensors are configured to communicate with a base unit or repeater. When the sensor unit detects an anomalous ambient condition (e.g., smoke, fire, water, etc.) the sensor communicates with the base unit and provides data regarding the anomalous condition. The sensor unit receives instructions to change operating parameters and/or control external devices.

Abstract translation: 描述了一种低成本，强大的无线传感器，可在无需维护的情况下提供长时间的可操作性。 无线传感器被配置为与基本单元或中继器通信。 当传感器单元检测到异常环境条件（例如，烟雾，火灾，水等）时，传感器与基本单元通信并提供关于异常状况的数据。 传感器单元接收改变操作参数和/或控制外部设备的指令。

公开(公告)号：US07861676B2

公开(公告)日：2011-01-04

申请号：US12250390

申请日：2008-10-13

Applicant: Lawrence Kates

Inventor： Lawrence Kates

IPC: A01K29/00

CPC classification number: A01K15/02 ,  A01K15/021 ,  Y10S119/908

Abstract: A computer-aided training and management system that uses a computer or other processor in wireless communication with an instrumented dog collar and/or optionally, one or more dog interaction devices, such as, for example, video monitors, loudspeakers, video cameras, training toys (e.g., ball, bone, moving toy, etc.), an animatronics “trainer,” a treat dispenser, a food dispensing and monitoring device, a water dispensing and monitoring device, tracking devices, a dog door, dog-monitoring doghouse, a dog-monitoring dog toilet, is described. In one embodiment, the instrumented dog collar is in two-way communication with a central computer system.

Abstract translation: 一种计算机辅助的训练和管理系统，其使用计算机或其他处理器与被检测的狗颈圈和/或可选的一个或多个狗交互设备（例如视频监视器，扬声器，摄像机，训练）进行无线通信 玩具（例如球，骨骼，移动玩具等），动漫电子“培训师”，治疗分配器，食物分配和监测装置，水分配和监测装置，跟踪装置，狗门，狗监测狗屋 描述了狗监护狗厕所。 在一个实施例中，被检测的狗衣领与中央计算机系统进行双向通信。

公开(公告)号：US07817031B2

公开(公告)日：2010-10-19

申请号：US12182079

申请日：2008-07-29

Applicant: Lawrence Kates

Inventor： Lawrence Kates

IPC: G08B1/08

CPC classification number: H04W52/0225 ,  G06F1/3209 ,  G08B1/08 ,  G08B13/04 ,  G08B17/00 ,  G08B17/10 ,  G08B21/14 ,  G08B21/182 ,  G08B25/001 ,  G08B25/007 ,  G08B25/009 ,  G08B25/10 ,  H04Q9/00 ,  H04Q9/02 ,  H04W84/18 ,  Y02B70/30 ,  Y02D70/00 ,  Y02D70/144 ,  Y02D70/26

Abstract: A low cost, robust, wireless sensor that provides an extended period of operability without maintenance is described. The wireless sensors are configured to communicate with a base unit or repeater. When the sensor unit detects an anomalous ambient condition (e.g., smoke, fire, water, etc.) the sensor communicates with the base unit and provides data regarding the anomalous condition. The sensor unit receives instructions to change operating parameters and/or control external devices.

Abstract translation: 描述了一种低成本，强大的无线传感器，可在无需维护的情况下提供长时间的可操作性。 无线传感器被配置为与基本单元或中继器通信。 当传感器单元检测到异常环境条件（例如，烟雾，火灾，水等）时，传感器与基本单元通信并提供关于异常状况的数据。 传感器单元接收改变操作参数和/或控制外部设备的指令。