Dynamically Adjustable Sensors for Trash Compactors and Receptacles

    公开(公告)号:US20190176426A1

    公开(公告)日:2019-06-13

    申请号:US16266974

    申请日:2019-02-04

    摘要: Systems, methods, and computer-readable storage media for dynamically adjusting sensors for use in compactors and receptacles. A receptacle first sends a signal from a transmitter on a first module in a receptacle to a receiver on a second module in the receptacle, wherein the first module is located on a first inner wall of the receptacle and the second module is located on a second inner wall of the receptacle, and wherein at least part of the first module and the second module is located a distance above a bin inside the receptacle. Next, the receptacle determines a signal-detection characteristic including a signal detection status or a number of signal pulses associated with a signal detection. Based on the signal-detection characteristic, the receptacle determines an operating condition of the receptacle, the operating condition including a fullness level or an obstruction level associated with the first or second sensors.

    System and method for controlling electrically-powered trash compactors and receptacles

    公开(公告)号:US10162318B2

    公开(公告)日:2018-12-25

    申请号:US14080166

    申请日:2013-11-14

    摘要: Systems, methods, and computer-readable storage media for controlling electrically-powered trash compactors and receptacles. The system first receives data associated with a storage receptacle configured to communicate with the system via a network, wherein the data is received from a server storing information transmitted by the storage receptacle, the storage receptacle having an energy storage for powering operational functions performed by the storage receptacle. The system then identifies a parameter of the storage receptacle associated with an operational function of the storage receptacle, and transmits a signal to the storage receptacle for modifying the parameter based on the data associated with the storage receptacle to yield a modified operation of the storage receptacle.

    System and method for controlling electrically-powered trash compactors and receptacles

    公开(公告)号:US10739739B2

    公开(公告)日:2020-08-11

    申请号:US16229177

    申请日:2018-12-21

    IPC分类号: G05B15/02 B30B9/30 B65F1/14

    摘要: Systems, methods, and computer-readable storage media for controlling electrically-powered trash compactors and receptacles. The system first receives data associated with a storage receptacle configured to communicate with the system via a network, wherein the data is received from a server storing information transmitted by the storage receptacle, the storage receptacle having an energy storage for powering operational functions performed by the storage receptacle. The system then identifies a parameter of the storage receptacle associated with an operational function of the storage receptacle, and transmits a signal to the storage receptacle for modifying the parameter based on the data associated with the storage receptacle to yield a modified operation of the storage receptacle.

    Electrically-powered waste enclosure

    公开(公告)号:US10377565B2

    公开(公告)日:2019-08-13

    申请号:US15310846

    申请日:2015-05-14

    摘要: Systems, methods, and apparatuses for controlling electrically-powered trash receptacles and monitoring fullness levels. The system can include a storage enclosure and a bin contained inside the storage enclosure, the bin configured to receive and store items deposited in the storage enclosure, wherein an inside portion of the bin is at least partially covered by a bag placed inside the bin to hold the items deposited in the storage enclosure. The system can also include a sensor configured to sense a content fullness state of the bin and a processor configured to control operations performed by the sensor. In addition, the system can include a sleeve configured to be installed over an inside portion of the bin and the bag, the sleeve at least partially restricting a movement of the bag.

    Dynamically adjustable sensors for trash compactors and receptacles

    公开(公告)号:US10195807B2

    公开(公告)日:2019-02-05

    申请号:US15117477

    申请日:2015-02-10

    摘要: Systems, methods, and computer-readable storage media for dynamically adjusting sensors for use in compactors and receptacles. A receptacle first sends a signal from a transmitter on a first module in a receptacle to a receiver on a second module in the receptacle, wherein the first module is located on a first inner wall of the receptacle and the second module is located on a second inner wall of the receptacle, and wherein at least part of the first module and the second module is located a distance above a bin inside the receptacle. Next, the receptacle determines a signal-detection characteristic including a signal detection status or a number of signal pulses associated with a signal detection. Based on the signal-detection characteristic, the receptacle determines an operating condition of the receptacle, the operating condition including a fullness level or an obstruction level associated with the first or second sensors.

    DYNAMICALLY ADJUSTABLE NODES IN A SENSOR NETWORK
    8.
    发明申请
    DYNAMICALLY ADJUSTABLE NODES IN A SENSOR NETWORK 审中-公开
    传感器网络中的动态可调节点

    公开(公告)号:US20160353385A1

    公开(公告)日:2016-12-01

    申请号:US15117489

    申请日:2015-02-10

    IPC分类号: H04W52/02 H04W4/02 H04W4/00

    摘要: Systems, methods, and computer-readable storage media for dynamically adjusting nodes in a mesh network embedded in objects. The nodes, which are individually capable of sensing and/or transmitting data, are paired together such that when one node is active, the other node is collecting energy via solar, wind, or other energy collecting means. When a node reaches a certain energy level, the nodes can switch status, such that the passive node becomes active and vice versa. Exemplary objects in which the systems can be embedded include benches, receptacles, and light fixtures.

    摘要翻译: 用于动态调整嵌入对象的网状网络中的节点的系统,方法和计算机可读存储介质。 单独能够感测和/或传输数据的节点被配对在一起,使得当一个节点是活动的时,另一节点通过太阳能,风能或其他能量收集装置收集能量。 当节点达到一定能量级别时,节点可以切换状态,使被动节点变为活动状态,反之亦然。 可以嵌入系统的示例性对象包括长凳,插座和灯具。

    Hands free storage receptacle
    9.
    发明授权

    公开(公告)号:US11465837B2

    公开(公告)日:2022-10-11

    申请号:US16734510

    申请日:2020-01-06

    摘要: A storage receptacle can include a storage bin and a pedal mounted to the receptacle. The pedal can rotate downward when pressure is applied in order to pull on a first cable coupled to the pedal. The first cable is connected to a spring, and the spring is connected to a second cable. The second cable connects the spring to a door via an upper pulley of the receptacle. The second cable causes the door to open when the second cable is pulled based on force applied to the pedal. A bottom pulley can be coupled to the pedal via the first cable and configured to translate an upward pull of the first cable to a downward pull of the spring and second cable. The spring controls the motion of the door such that the door does not open too quickly upon a force being applied to the pedal.

    DYNAMICALLY ADJUSTABLE NODES IN A SENSOR NETWORK

    公开(公告)号:US20190261276A1

    公开(公告)日:2019-08-22

    申请号:US16404145

    申请日:2019-05-06

    IPC分类号: H04W52/02 H04W4/38

    摘要: Systems, methods, and computer-readable storage media for dynamically adjusting nodes in a mesh network embedded in objects. The nodes, which are individually capable of sensing and/or transmitting data, are paired together such that when one node is active, the other node is collecting energy via solar, wind, or other energy collecting means. When a node reaches a certain energy level, the nodes can switch status, such that the passive node becomes active and vice versa. Exemplary objects in which the systems can be embedded include benches, receptacles, and light fixtures.