Smart power strip

a power strip and smart technology, applied in the direction of process and machine control, coupling device connection, instruments, etc., can solve the problem that the power strip has not previously had the capability of controlling the power

Inactive Publication Date: 2013-10-03
MOZAYENY KOOROSH
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The patent describes a power strip that can regulate the distribution of electricity to an energy consuming device. The power strip has several features, including an invention that allows users to set preferences for electricity usage, a controller that can adjust the amount of electricity based on these preferences, and information from a smart grid system. The power strip can also be programmed by the user and can adjust the electricity usage based on feedback from the energy consuming device. These features make the power strip more efficient and user-friendly. Overall, the patent describes a power strip that optimizes the use of electricity for energy consumption.

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However, power strips have not previously had the capability of controlling the power supplied to secondary outlets based on a set of rules.

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[0026]Although certain preferred embodiments and examples are disclosed below, inventive subject matter extends beyond the specifically disclosed embodiments to other alternative embodiments and / or uses and to modifications and equivalents thereof. Thus, the scope of the claims that may arise herefrom is not limited by any of the particular embodiments described below. For example, in any method or process disclosed herein, the acts or operations of the method or process may be performed in any suitable sequence and are not necessarily limited to any particular disclosed sequence. Various operations may be described as multiple discrete operations in turn, in a manner that may be helpful in understanding certain embodiments; however, the order of description should not be construed to imply that these operations are order dependent.

[0027]Additionally, the structures, systems, and / or devices described herein may be embodied as integrated components or as separate components. For purp...

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Abstract

A power strip includes a controller that controls the transfer of electricity to one or more outlet electrical connectors based at least in part on a set of rules and certain status information. Some embodiments provide for apparatuses and methods of controlling the transfer of electricity to one or more outlet electrical connectors of a power strip based on various status information, such as cost, personal preferences, time information, power consumption.

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RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13 / 037,095, titled SMART POWER STRIP, filed Feb. 28, 2011, which claims the benefit under 35 U.S.C. §119(e) of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61 / 309,363, titled FLOW OPTIMIZER DECISION DEVICE, filed Mar. 1, 2010, the entire contents of both of which are incorporated by reference herein and made a part of this specification. This application is also related to U.S. application Ser. No. 13 / 037,146, entitled “MEDICATION DELIVERY SYSTEM,” and U.S. application Ser. No. 13 / 037,098, entitled “WATER FLOW REGULATION SYSTEM,” which were filed on the same day as the parent application and are hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety.BACKGROUND[0002]1. Field[0003]The present disclosure relates generally to smart power strips.[0004]2. Description of the Related Art[0005]Power strips are commonly employed for powering electronic appliances, including computer systems, high fidelity ...

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Patent Type & AuthorityApplications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): G06F1/26
CPCA61M5/1723A61M2230/201H02J3/00G06F1/26H01R25/003Y04S20/222Y02B70/3225
InventorMOZAYENY, KOOROSH
OwnerMOZAYENY KOOROSH