Electrical transmission or interconnection systems – Miscellaneous systems
Reexamination Certificate
2006-02-21
2006-02-21
DeBeradinis, Robert L. (Department: 2836)
Electrical transmission or interconnection systems
Miscellaneous systems
C702S066000, C320S134000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07002265
ABSTRACT:
A look-up table assists a source of logic of an apparatus in determining the power requirements of an unknown battery-powered device, so that a configurable power supply adjusts its output to provide the correct power to the device. The functions of the look-up table, in conjunction with generic templates and update-able historical information, if available, are substantially based on determining a “power signature” of the device. As a secondary function, the look-up table enables detection of battery charging activity and, when necessary, provides various means of disabling charging operations. More than one look-up table is available, and a look-up table can be located at any inter-connected device, apparatus, or power source. Inter-device communications further enhance the functionality of the look-up table, especially for collaborative data-acquisition.
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