Data processing: generic control systems or specific application – Specific application – apparatus or process – Mechanical control system
Reexamination Certificate
2006-06-30
2009-12-22
Masinick, Michael D (Department: 2128)
Data processing: generic control systems or specific application
Specific application, apparatus or process
Mechanical control system
C700S275000, C700S027000, C707S793000, C703S013000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07636613
ABSTRACT:
A device for controlling an actuator includes a controller mounted within a housing having an outer surface. The controller is adapted for controlling outputs connected to the actuator for controlling an operation of the actuator. A data input interface receives data from the actuator and/or from other equipment being acted on by the actuator. A memory stores expected parameters of the actuator. An operator interface provided on the housing's outer surface accepts operator commands and/or settings for input to the controller. A display and/or indicator on the housing's outer surface displays an output of the controller. The controller compares the data, and/or derived parameters of the data, with the expected parameters, to monitor a health and status of one or both of the actuator and the other equipment. The controller indicates the health and the status to the operator utilizing the display and/or indicator.
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Borah Frederic M.
Gavarian Richard J.
Leib, Jr. Anthony
Venable James
Curtiss-Wright Flow Control Corporation
Masinick Michael D
Pearne & Gordon LLP
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