18142464. CIRCUIT BREAKERS simplified abstract (Schneider Electric USA, Inc.)
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CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Chad R. Mittelstadt of Cedar Rapids IA (US)
Paul A. Reid of Cedar Rapids IA (US)
Salaheddine Faik of Marion IA (US)
Austin Derby of Andover MA (US)
CIRCUIT BREAKERS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18142464 titled 'CIRCUIT BREAKERS
The abstract describes a circuit breaker with a display that includes touch input capabilities and various zones for displaying trip information, status information, and fixed text.
- The circuit breaker is designed to fit within a slot of a circuit panel.
- The display includes a touch zone for touch inputs, a variable image zone for trip and status information, and a fixed image zone for displaying fixed text.
- The circuit breaker provides thermal, magnetic, ground fault, and arc fault protection.
- The touch zone and fixed image zone are partially coincident, allowing for easy interaction with the display.
- The display can show important information about the circuit breaker's status and any trips that may have occurred.
Potential Applications: - Industrial and commercial electrical systems - Residential electrical panels - Power distribution systems
Problems Solved: - Providing detailed information about circuit breaker status - Allowing for easy interaction and control of the circuit breaker - Enhancing safety by displaying trip information
Benefits: - Improved monitoring and control of electrical systems - Enhanced safety features - User-friendly interface for managing circuit breakers
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Circuit Breaker with Touch Display for Enhanced Safety" This technology can be used in various industries such as manufacturing, construction, and utilities to improve the monitoring and control of electrical systems, ultimately enhancing safety and efficiency.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the touch display on the circuit breaker improve user interaction and control? 2. What are the key safety features provided by the circuit breaker with thermal, magnetic, ground fault, and arc fault protection?
Original Abstract Submitted
A circuit breaker can include a housing configured to fit within a slot of a circuit panel and a display configured to display information. The display can include a touch zone configured to allow touch inputs, a variable image zone configured to display trip information, status information, and/or label information, and a fixed image zone configured to display fixed text that is at least partially coincident with the touch zone. Certain embodiments can include a remotely operated circuit breaker with thermal, magnetic, ground fault and arc fault protection.
