18680844. Enhanced Edge Detect Power Line Communication simplified abstract (Google LLC)
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Enhanced Edge Detect Power Line Communication
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Enhanced Edge Detect Power Line Communication - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18680844 titled 'Enhanced Edge Detect Power Line Communication
The technology described in the patent application enables data transmission between two devices over a power line connection.
- The first device has a set of contacts, and the second device has a second set of contacts that engage electronically to establish a power and ground connection.
- Circuitry in both devices facilitates data transmission over the power line connection, including a power line, a ground line, a transmitter line for data signals, a capacitor coupling the transmitter line to the power line, and a receiver with field effect transistors.
Potential Applications:
- Home automation systems
- Industrial control systems
- Smart grid technology
Problems Solved:
- Simplifies data transmission between devices using existing power lines
- Reduces the need for additional wiring for communication purposes
Benefits:
- Cost-effective data transmission solution
- Efficient use of power line infrastructure
- Simplifies installation and maintenance processes
Commercial Applications:
- Manufacturers of smart home devices
- Energy management companies
- Industrial automation providers
Questions about Power Line Communication: 1. How does power line communication compare to other data transmission methods?
- Power line communication offers a cost-effective solution by utilizing existing power infrastructure for data transmission, eliminating the need for additional wiring.
2. What are the potential challenges of implementing power line communication systems?
- Potential challenges may include signal interference from electrical devices and limitations in data transfer speeds over power lines.
Original Abstract Submitted
The technology provides for a power line communication system capable of providing data from a first device to a second device over a power line. The first device may include a set of contacts and a second device may include a second set of contacts. The second set of contacts may be adapted to electronically engage with the first set of contacts of the first device to form at least a power and ground lines connection. Circuitry within the first device and the second device may include circuitry for providing data over the power line connection between the first device and the second device. The circuitry may comprise a power line, a ground line, a transmitter line carrying data signals, a capacitor coupling the transmitter line to the power line at a connection point, and a receiver comprising two field effect transistors.
