Detachable protective coverings and protection methods

    公开(公告)号:US09915527B2

    公开(公告)日:2018-03-13

    申请号:US14543652

    申请日:2014-11-17

    CPC classification number: G01B21/16 B25J19/026 B25J19/027

    Abstract: A detachable hazard detection device includes a protective covering configured to detachably couple to an article. A plurality of proximity sensors are coupled to the protective covering. Each of the plurality of proximity sensors is configured to gather proximity information. Electronics are embedded in the protective covering, and the electronics include a controller coupled to the plurality of proximity sensors. The controller is configured to determine a proximity of the article to an object based on the proximity information. The controller is further configured to initiate a notification based on the proximity.

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