Meter reading methods and apparatus

Details Meter reading methods and apparatus Meter reading methods and apparatus

1985-06-21

1987-02-24

Myracle, Jerry W.

Communications: electrical

Continuously variable indicating

With meter reading

250231SE, 340310A, 34087029, G08C 1936

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active

046460845

ABSTRACT:
Meters having a plurality of rotating dials are read automatically by using radiant energy to sense the angular positions of the dials. A single radiant energy detector is time-shared among the several dials to reduce the cost of the meter reading apparatus. The meter can transmit meter readings and other information to remote locations. It can also receive, store, and act upon information received from remote locations. The meter can measure short-term demand, and can produce output signals for indicating and/or controlling demand.

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