Defect mitigator systems and methods with a tilted optical path that identify and/or mitigated one or more defects in an electronic device of an installed insulated glass unit where the defects are at the edge or corner of the spacer or under the spacer.
G02F 1/15 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour based on an electrochromic effect
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
Fiber optic sky sensor systems and apparatus having fiber optic strands are optically coupled (via other fiber optic strands and/or optical couplers) to sensors where proximal ends of fiber optic strands may be located outside building to route light collected from exterior environment to sensors that may be protected inside building. The apparatus comprises a plurality of lenses coupled to, within, and/or adjacent to a housing, wherein each lens is coupled to a proximal end of a corresponding fiber optic strand.
G01D 5/353 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing memberMeans for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for convertingTransducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using optical means, i.e. using infrared, visible or ultraviolet light with attenuation or whole or partial obturation of beams of light the beams of light being detected by photocells influencing the transmission properties of an optical fibre
Electrochromic vacuum insulated glass units and assemblies thereof are described. The electrochromic vacuum insulated glass unit comprises a first electrochromic device and a first vacuum insulated glass unit comprising a first substrate and a second substrate, wherein the first electrochromic device is in or on the first vacuum insulated glass unit.
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Providing temporary use of non-downloadable computer
programs for monitoring and controlling building digital
systems, for providing building and operational technology
management, for providing cybersecurity for operating
technology and Internet of Things devices, for operating an
interactive computing environment, for automating electrical
power, building systems, data services, high speed
communications and occupant comfort, wellness and
productivity, for displaying virtual computer screens, for
accessing, navigating and displaying content, for enterprise
asset management, for monitoring, detection, analysis,
response and resolution of infrastructure issues, for voice
recognition, natural language processing, machine learning
and building artificial intelligence, for adjusting and
controlling insulated glass units, for managing, operating,
connecting and securing Internet of Things electronic
devices, for interfacing with remote devices, for allowing
connectivity and device management, for planning, managing
and integrating building systems comprised of lighting,
climate control, multimedia and security systems and for
planning, configuring and adjusting atmosphere of interior
environments; remote monitoring, management and
troubleshooting in the nature of diagnosing problems with
building automation systems of others; consulting services
in the field of building automation.
G02F 1/157 - Structural association of cells with optical devices, e.g. reflectors or illuminating devices
G02F 1/1523 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour based on an electrochromic effect characterised by the electrochromic material, e.g. by the electrodeposited material comprising inorganic material
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
6.
OCCUPANT-CENTERED PREDICTIVE CONTROL OF DEVICES IN FACILITIES
In various embodiments, methods, systems, software, and apparatuses for controlling devices of a facility are provided, e.g., based on user input and/or user preferences.
H04L 67/125 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks involving control of end-device applications over a network
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
G08C 17/02 - Arrangements for transmitting signals characterised by the use of a wireless electrical link using a radio link
G08C 23/04 - Non-electric signal transmission systems, e.g. optical systems using light waves, e.g. infrared
H04Q 9/00 - Arrangements in telecontrol or telemetry systems for selectively calling a substation from a main station, in which substation desired apparatus is selected for applying a control signal thereto or for obtaining measured values therefrom
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Providing temporary use of non-downloadable computer
programs for providing building and operational technology
management, for enterprise asset management and for
monitoring, detection, analysis, response and resolution of
infrastructure issues; providing temporary use of
non-downloadable artificial intelligence assistant software
for voice recognition, natural language processing, machine
learning and building artificial intelligence.
G08B 25/00 - Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems
G08B 19/00 - Alarms responsive to two or more different undesired or abnormal conditions, e.g. burglary and fire, abnormal temperature and abnormal rate of flow
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
Disclosed herein are techniques for controlling tint transitions. In some embodiments, the technique involves causing a current to be applied to a first optically switchable device for a first duration of time during a controlled current phase, wherein the first duration of time is determined based at least in part on a target charge amount to be provided to the first optically switchable device during the first duration of time. The technique may further involve responsive to the first duration of time elapsing, causing a predetermined voltage profile to be applied to the first optically switchable device, wherein application of the current followed by the predetermined voltage profile cause the first optically switchable device to transition from an initial tint state to a target tint state.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
G09G 3/19 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with visual indicators other than cathode-ray tubes for presentation of a single character by selection from a plurality of characters, or by composing the character by combination of individual elements, e.g. segments by control of light from an independent source using electrochromic devices
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
Various embodiments herein relate to methods, controllers, and control systems for commissioning a network of electrochromic windows. Such commissioning methods can involve perturbing a window (e.g., externally or internally), thereby causing the window to generate or receive a signal. This signal can be converted to an electrical signal, if needed. The signal is then propagated from the window that is perturbed, through its associated window controller, and onto an upstream portion of the control system for the network. The association between the window that is perturbed and its associated window controller can then be determined based on, e.g., which window is perturbed and which window controller propagates the signal. Many types of perturbations and signals can be used.
H04L 67/12 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
In various embodiments, methods, systems, software, and apparatuses for providing access to an enhanced cellular network of a facility. Different subscriber profiles may be established to enable different types of access to the extended cellular network, which may grant access to the Internet, a private network, one or more building systems of a facility, or the like.
G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
H04W 8/26 - Network addressing or numbering for mobility support
According to some embodiments, a window controller system is provided, the window controller system comprising: a plurality of sets of wires, each set of wires of the plurality of sets of wires operatively coupling the window controller system to an insulated glass unit (IGU) of a set of IGUs controlled by the window controller system; a plurality of sets of current meters, each set of current meters associated with an IGU of the set of IGUs; and a controller. The controller may be configured to: determine, using a first current meter, a current provided to a IGU; determine, using a second current meter, a return current from the IGU; compare the current provided with the return current; and determine leakage current information associated with a wire of an electrical pathway based at least in part on the comparison of the current provided with the return current.
G09G 3/19 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with visual indicators other than cathode-ray tubes for presentation of a single character by selection from a plurality of characters, or by composing the character by combination of individual elements, e.g. segments by control of light from an independent source using electrochromic devices
G09G 3/00 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with visual indicators other than cathode-ray tubes
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
B60J 3/04 - Antiglare equipment associated with windows or windscreensSun visors for vehicles adjustable in transparency
13.
IMMERSIVE COLLABORATION OF REMOTE PARTICIPANTS VIA MEDIA DISPLAYS
An immersive digital experience for video conferencing simulates common presence of a virtual participant in a local environment. Such simulation may include (i) using a transparent media display having a portion of its pixels projecting the virtual participant's body image while keeping at least a portion of the background transparent (e.g., to visible light), (ii) disposing sensor(s) (e.g., camera) behind the transparent media display at the gaze of the participant, and/or (iii) using added virtual overlays (e.g., of plants, memorabilia, and/or furniture) to the virtual image (e.g., that are consistent with the local environment), e.g., to provide a sense of depth ranging from the overlays to the virtual participant projection and to the background showing through the transparent media display.
G10L 15/22 - Procedures used during a speech recognition process, e.g. man-machine dialog
E06B 3/67 - Units comprising two or more parallel glass or like panes in spaced relationship, the panes being permanently secured together, e.g. along the edges characterised by additional arrangements or devices for heat or sound insulation
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
G06F 3/04883 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures for inputting data by handwriting, e.g. gesture or text
G06F 3/04886 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures by partitioning the display area of the touch-screen or the surface of the digitising tablet into independently controllable areas, e.g. virtual keyboards or menus
An imaging system in an enclosure can capture a plurality of successive images of a user to determine an external behavior (e.g., a gait) of the user. The user can be identified based on the external behavior, and an environment may be controlled according to preferences and/or requests of the user.
G10L 15/22 - Procedures used during a speech recognition process, e.g. man-machine dialog
E06B 3/67 - Units comprising two or more parallel glass or like panes in spaced relationship, the panes being permanently secured together, e.g. along the edges characterised by additional arrangements or devices for heat or sound insulation
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
G06F 3/04883 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures for inputting data by handwriting, e.g. gesture or text
G06F 3/04886 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures by partitioning the display area of the touch-screen or the surface of the digitising tablet into independently controllable areas, e.g. virtual keyboards or menus
Techniques for determining occupancy data in a building include collecting IR imaging data with an infrared (IR) detector configured to collect IR imaging data, the IR detector having a field of view. The collected IR imaging data is processed by a controller determine occupancy data for a space, within a building, within the field of view of the IR detector. The controller includes circuitry configured to process the collected IR imaging data and determine occupancy data for a space, within a building, within the field of view of the IR detector, where the determined occupancy data excludes personally identifiable information (PII) of any occupant in the space.
G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
G01J 5/10 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry using electric radiation detectors
H04L 67/125 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks involving control of end-device applications over a network
G01J 5/00 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry
16.
GLASS MEASUREMENT AND CABLE LAYOUT FOR WINDOWS OF AN ENCLOSURE
In some implementations, a computer system may obtain a virtual three-dimensional (3D) model of the enclosure, the virtual 3D model having a plurality of windows. The computer system may categorize the plurality of windows of the virtual 3D model into a plurality of window types based at least in part on one or more features of the plurality of windows. The computer system may determine a frame bite for one or more windows in a set of window types comprising one or more of the plurality of window types. The computer system may determine a total amount of glass for the windows in the set of window categories, wherein the determined total amount of glass accounts for the determined frame bite for the one or more windows in the set of window groups. The computer system may provide, with the computer system, output data indicative of the determined total amount of glass for the windows in the set of window types.
G06T 17/20 - Wire-frame description, e.g. polygonalisation or tessellation
G06V 10/764 - Arrangements for image or video recognition or understanding using pattern recognition or machine learning using classification, e.g. of video objects
G06T 19/00 - Manipulating 3D models or images for computer graphics
G06F 3/0484 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] for the control of specific functions or operations, e.g. selecting or manipulating an object, an image or a displayed text element, setting a parameter value or selecting a range
The present disclosure describes methods, apparatuses, systems, program instructions, and media, concerning automatic localization and/or identification of devices disposed (e.g., during commissioning) in a facility, using various logic scheme(s). The devices may be operatively coupled to a network and/or to a control network.
G01S 5/02 - Position-fixing by co-ordinating two or more direction or position-line determinationsPosition-fixing by co-ordinating two or more distance determinations using radio waves
G01S 5/14 - Determining absolute distances from a plurality of spaced points of known location
G01S 17/87 - Combinations of systems using electromagnetic waves other than radio waves
G06F 30/20 - Design optimisation, verification or simulation
In various embodiments, methods, systems, software, and apparatuses for dynamically routing signals in a facility are provided, e.g., depending on current and/or predicted occupancy in the facility. The method may include: identifying small cell devices and Radio Access Units (RAUs) operatively coupled to a network of the facility; receiving one or more inputs through the network; determining a configuration for routing cellular communication signals between one or more of the small cell devices and one or more of the RAUs, which configuration is based at least in part on the one or more inputs; and routing the cellular communication signals between the one or more of the small cell devices and the one or more of the RAUs based at least in part on the configuration.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
B32B 17/10 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like comprising glass as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G02F 1/15 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour based on an electrochromic effect
G09F 19/22 - Advertising or display means on roads, walls or similar surfaces, e.g. illuminated
G09G 3/34 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with visual indicators other than cathode-ray tubes for presentation of an assembly of a number of characters, e.g. a page, by composing the assembly by combination of individual elements arranged in a matrix by control of light from an independent source
G09G 3/38 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with visual indicators other than cathode-ray tubes for presentation of an assembly of a number of characters, e.g. a page, by composing the assembly by combination of individual elements arranged in a matrix by control of light from an independent source using electrochromic devices
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
H04K 3/00 - Jamming of communicationCounter-measures
In some embodiments, glass layers may be tempered in a furnace that uses air to support and/or convey the glass through it. As a result, there may be even pressure on a glass layer's major surfaces and reduced distortion will result. In some embodiments, a method comprises: receiving parameters associated with a trained machine learning model configured to receive inputs indicative of parameters associated with lite tempering and output one or more recipe and/or bedload changes for a subsequence batch of lites so to be tempered; obtaining parameters associated with a first batch of lites undergoing tempering; determining, by providing the obtained parameters to the trained machine learning model, one or more modifications to: a current recipe used to process the first batch of lites; and/or a bedload configuration for a second batch of lites, wherein the one or more modifications are used to process a second batch of lites.
B32B 17/10 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like comprising glass as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
C03C 27/10 - Joining glass to glass by processes other than fusing with the aid of adhesive specially adapted for that purpose
C03B 25/02 - Annealing glass products in a discontinuous way
C03B 35/24 - Transporting hot glass sheets on a fluid support bed, e.g. on molten metal on a gas support bed
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Providing temporary use of non-downloadable computer programs for monitoring and controlling building digital systems, for providing building and operational technology management, for providing cybersecurity for operating technology and Internet of Things devices, for operating an interactive computing environment, for automating electrical power, building systems, data services, high speed communications and occupant comfort, wellness and productivity, for displaying virtual computer screens, for accessing, navigating and displaying content, for enterprise asset management, for monitoring, detection, analysis, response and resolution of infrastructure issues, for voice recognition, natural language processing, machine learning and building artificial intelligence, for adjusting and controlling insulated glass units, for managing, operating, connecting and securing Internet of Things electronic devices, for interfacing with remote devices, for allowing connectivity and device management, for planning, managing and integrating building systems comprised of lighting, climate control, multimedia and security systems and for planning, configuring and adjusting atmosphere of interior environments; Remote monitoring, management and troubleshooting in the nature of diagnosing problems with building automation systems of others; Consulting services in the field of building automation
A messaging system for exchanging messages between nodes in a network via a broker that uses a publish-subscribe message protocol, which nodes have object identifications (IDs). Messages between the nodes are routed using the object IDs of the nodes. Secure communication is provided using authentication according to digital certificates being used as first and second tiers by a commissioning broker and a data broker, respectively, in which the second tier certificate used by the data broker has a shorter lived expiration time.
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Providing temporary use of non-downloadable computer programs for providing building and operational technology management, for enterprise asset management and for monitoring, detection, analysis, response and resolution of infrastructure issues; Providing temporary use of non-downloadable artificial intelligence assistant software for voice recognition, natural language processing, machine learning and building artificial intelligence platforms
23.
ELECTROCHROMIC WINDOW FRAMING SYSTEMS WITH ACCESSIBLE WIRING AND COMPONENTS
Assemblies having first and second insulated glass units with one or more IGU cables and frame having an intermediate horizontal member interposed between IGUs, wherein the frame is configured to pass the one or more IGU cables into the intermediate horizontal member.
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G02F 1/15 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour based on an electrochromic effect
H04L 67/125 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks involving control of end-device applications over a network
G09G 3/19 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with visual indicators other than cathode-ray tubes for presentation of a single character by selection from a plurality of characters, or by composing the character by combination of individual elements, e.g. segments by control of light from an independent source using electrochromic devices
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
In Disclosed herein are methods, apparatuses, non-transitory computer readable media, and systems for performing synergistic sensing an attribute of an environment of a facility. Sensing may be performed by sensors of a facility from which a first sensor measures a first attribute at its first sampling rate. Due to a correlation of the first sensor and a second sensor that measures a second attribute at a second sampling rate slower than the first sampling rate, the second attribute can be determined and/or predicted at least in part by using measurements of the first attribute by the first sensor.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
Systems and methods of determining composite indices such as, e.g., health, safety, and performance indices, of an enclosure from weighted values of contributing metrics including sensor data and/or controlling one or more building systems based on the composite indices.
G16H 40/20 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilitiesICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilities, e.g. managing hospital staff or surgery rooms
G16H 10/60 - ICT specially adapted for the handling or processing of patient-related medical or healthcare data for patient-specific data, e.g. for electronic patient records
G06Q 10/06 - Resources, workflows, human or project managementEnterprise or organisation planningEnterprise or organisation modelling
G16H 50/30 - ICT specially adapted for medical diagnosis, medical simulation or medical data miningICT specially adapted for detecting, monitoring or modelling epidemics or pandemics for calculating health indicesICT specially adapted for medical diagnosis, medical simulation or medical data miningICT specially adapted for detecting, monitoring or modelling epidemics or pandemics for individual health risk assessment
G05B 15/02 - Systems controlled by a computer electric
Disclosed herein are systems, apparatuses, methods, and non-transitory computer readable media related to display constructs that can be fixed or movable. The display constructs can be configured to facilitate media display at opposite sides. The display constructs may be is at least partially transparent and can be viewed therethrough. Various interactive capabilities with the display construct are disclosed, as well as various installation component and kits. Further disclosed are wireless chargers embedded in fixtures and/or real assets of a facility.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
G06F 3/044 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means by capacitive means
G05B 15/02 - Systems controlled by a computer electric
G02F 1/15 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour based on an electrochromic effect
B32B 17/10 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like comprising glass as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G06F 3/041 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
G09F 19/22 - Advertising or display means on roads, walls or similar surfaces, e.g. illuminated
G09G 3/38 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with visual indicators other than cathode-ray tubes for presentation of an assembly of a number of characters, e.g. a page, by composing the assembly by combination of individual elements arranged in a matrix by control of light from an independent source using electrochromic devices
Disclosed herein are systems, apparatuses, methods, and non-transitory computer readable media related to a display construct coupled to a structure (e.g., a vision window). The structure can be a supportive structure such as a fixture. The display construct is configured to facilitate media display and is at least partially transparent. The vision window may be a tintable window, e.g., a window in which its tint is electrically controllable (e.g., an electrochromic window). Various interactive capabilities with the display construct are disclosed (e.g., via a touch screen).
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
This disclosure provides connectors for smart windows and doors. A smart window or door may incorporate an optically switchable pane. In one aspect, a smart window or door includes an insulated glass unit including an optically switchable pane. One aspect pertains to connectors such as, e.g., detachable power transfer connectors for movable doors or windows.
H01H 15/14 - Operating parts adapted for actuation at a limit or other predetermined position in the path of a body, the relative movement of switch and body being primarily for a purpose other than the actuation of the switch, e.g. door switch, limit switch, floor-levelling switch of a lift
H01R 12/53 - Fixed connections for rigid printed circuits or like structures connecting to cables except for flat or ribbon cables
H01R 12/62 - Fixed connections for flexible printed circuits, flat or ribbon cables or like structures connecting to rigid printed circuits or like structures
H01R 13/62 - Means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts or for holding them in engagement
29.
SACRIFICIAL LAYER FOR ELECTROCHROMIC DEVICE FABRICATION
Methods for protecting an electrochromic stack, individual layers of the electrochromic stack, a first transparent conductor layer, a second transparent conductor layer, one or more bus bars, or a low E layer on a glass substrate. Methods for protecting the outside surfaces of an insulate glass unit including the substrate and one or more mating lites are also described herein. Methods include laminating a sacrificial coating over the substrate and/or the one or more mating lites, and peeling off the sacrificial coating from the substrate and/or the one or more mating lites.
C03C 17/36 - Surface treatment of glass, e.g. of devitrified glass, not in the form of fibres or filaments, by coating with at least two coatings having different compositions at least one coating being a metal
C03C 17/34 - Surface treatment of glass, e.g. of devitrified glass, not in the form of fibres or filaments, by coating with at least two coatings having different compositions
C03C 17/42 - Surface treatment of glass, e.g. of devitrified glass, not in the form of fibres or filaments, by coating with at least two coatings having different compositions at least one coating of an organic material and at least one non-metal coating
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
C03B 33/07 - Cutting armoured or laminated glass products
E06B 3/67 - Units comprising two or more parallel glass or like panes in spaced relationship, the panes being permanently secured together, e.g. along the edges characterised by additional arrangements or devices for heat or sound insulation
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
19 - Non-metallic building materials
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
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Electronic controller for adjusting and controlling
insulated glass units; internet of things devices controller
for use in residential and commercial buildings, namely,
wireless controllers to monitor and control the functioning
of other electronic devices in residential and commercial
buildings; wireless communication system for use in
residential and commercial buildings primarily comprised of
audio transmitter units that connects users and/or things in
a communication environment for transmission and reception
of voice, data and video; transparent electronic displays on
windows for use in whiteboard and video conferencing
applications and for displaying digital media; building
network comprised of computer hardware, wireless and wired
controllers, and downloadable software for managing
electrical power, data and high-speed communications;
recorded computer programs, downloadable computer programs
and mobile device downloadable software for operating and
managing building power, data and communication networks;
sensors and recorded computer programs, downloadable
computer programs and mobile device downloadable software
for measuring and analyzing environmental conditions in
residential and commercial buildings; computer programs,
downloadable computer programs and mobile device
downloadable software for adjusting, controlling and
scheduling adjustments for insulated glass units, for
managing, operating and connecting internet of things
electronic devices in residential and commercial buildings,
for interfacing with remote devices for use in residential
and commercial buildings, for allowing connectivity and
device management, for integrating home or office automation
systems comprised of lighting, climate control and other
home or office monitoring and control applications, for
planning, managing and integrating building systems
comprised of lighting, climate control, multimedia and
security systems for planning, configuring and adjusting
atmosphere of interior environments and for measuring and
analyzing environmental conditions. Insulated glass units with electrochromic coating for
windows used in building construction. Installation, maintenance and repair services for glass
units for windows; providing information regarding the care,
installation, maintenance and repair of glass units for
windows; consultation services regarding the installation,
maintenance and repair of glass units for windows. Providing temporary use of non-downloadable computer
programs for use in residential and commercial buildings for
adjusting and controlling insulated glass units, for
managing, operating and connecting internet of things
electronic devices, for interfacing with remote devices, for
allowing connectivity and device management, for integrating
home or office automation systems comprised of lighting,
climate control and other home or office monitoring and
control applications, for planning, managing and integrating
building systems comprised of lighting, climate control,
multimedia and security systems for planning, configuring
and adjusting atmosphere of interior environments and for
measuring and analyzing environmental conditions.
31.
FAILURE PREDICTION OF AT LEAST ONE TINTABLE WINDOW
Data from measurements is used in conjunction with a learning module to identify and predict tintable window malfunctions. The measurements can be based at least in part on data accumulated during regular operation of a tintable window.
G06Q 10/20 - Administration of product repair or maintenance
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G06Q 10/087 - Inventory or stock management, e.g. order filling, procurement or balancing against orders
G02F 1/13 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour based on liquid crystals, e.g. single liquid crystal display cells
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
32.
APPLICATIONS FOR CONTROLLING OPTICALLY SWITCHABLE DEVICES
Software applications are used for controlling the optical state of one or more optically switchable windows or other optical products installed in a structure such as building. The applications permit users to send and/or receive data and/or commands for controlling the switchable optical products. In some embodiments, the applications provide an interface with a window network controller, which directly or indirectly controls windows in a structure. Relevant processing involving the application may include user authentication, commissioning, adaptive control, and decisions on whether to permit an action or change requested by a user. In some embodiments, the application allows users to directly control the tint state of one or more tintable windows. In some embodiments, the application allows users to change a rule or property associated with controlling a switchable optical product.
G09G 3/19 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with visual indicators other than cathode-ray tubes for presentation of a single character by selection from a plurality of characters, or by composing the character by combination of individual elements, e.g. segments by control of light from an independent source using electrochromic devices
G09G 5/02 - Control arrangements or circuits for visual indicators common to cathode-ray tube indicators and other visual indicators characterised by the way in which colour is displayed
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
Methods, computer program products, and devices for controlling tint of electrochromic devices that includes, e.g., applying ramp-to-drive voltage having magnitude that increases during ramp-to-drive period, applying drive voltage having substantially constant magnitude and same polarity as ramp-to-drive voltage at end of ramp-to-drive period, applying drive-reverse voltage, and applying hold voltage having same polarity as, and smaller magnitude than, drive voltage.
Provided herein are methods, systems, apparatuses, and computer programs related to various devices in an enclosure, e.g., using identification capturing device such as in conjunction with a digital twin of the enclosure. The computer program may be utilized for commissioning, maintenance, sales, marketing, and/or customer service. The computer program may receive customer, and/or customer service, input. The computer program may facilitate use of customer and/or customer service, e.g., input for controlling the facility (e.g., various devices of the facility), input for structuring the facility, and/or input for placing assets such as devices of the facility.
One or more components (e.g., devices) and/or component ensembles coupled to a local network utilize updatable software and/or firmware to perform, The component(s) (e.g., and ensembles thereof) can be updated using a scheme that enables recognition of the component(s) among a plurality of components, recognize the respective firmware and/or software versions, and targets relevant update(s) to component(s) requiring update.
H04L 67/12 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks
Methods of controlling tintable window(s) comprising determining one or more transmissivities of the one or more tintable windows, wherein the one or more transmissivities are determined to generate a target illuminance level, or approximately the target illuminance level, at one or more grid points in an internal space of a virtual representation of the building, the one or more transmissivities determined based at least in part on attenuated clear sky data that is based at least in part on a predicted clear sky illuminance and readings from a plurality of sensors, and holding, or transitioning, the one or more tintable windows to an end tint state associated with the one or more determined transmissivities.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
E06B 3/67 - Units comprising two or more parallel glass or like panes in spaced relationship, the panes being permanently secured together, e.g. along the edges characterised by additional arrangements or devices for heat or sound insulation
37.
ELECTROCHROMIC DEVICE TINTING TECHNIQUES TO IMPROVE UNIFORMITY AND ACCOUNT FOR LEAKAGE CURRENT
Techniques for tinting an electrochromic device are disclosed, including determining, or receiving information of, a leakage current of the electrochromic device and adjusting, based at least in part on the leakage current, an input parameter to the electrochromic device to achieve a desired optical density.
G09G 3/19 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with visual indicators other than cathode-ray tubes for presentation of a single character by selection from a plurality of characters, or by composing the character by combination of individual elements, e.g. segments by control of light from an independent source using electrochromic devices
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
Disclosed herein are systems, apparatuses, methods, and non-transitory computer readable media related to a display construct coupled to a structure (e.g., a vision window such as a tintable window). The structure can be a supportive structure such as a fixture. The display construct is configured to facilitate media display and is at least partially transparent. An interactive installation software tool and process aligns a digital configuration of the display construct and/or touch screen functionality of the display construct, with its physical configuration in a matrix of display constructs.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
G06F 3/044 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means by capacitive means
G05B 15/02 - Systems controlled by a computer electric
G02F 1/15 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour based on an electrochromic effect
B32B 17/10 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like comprising glass as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G06F 3/041 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
G09F 19/22 - Advertising or display means on roads, walls or similar surfaces, e.g. illuminated
G09G 3/38 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with visual indicators other than cathode-ray tubes for presentation of an assembly of a number of characters, e.g. a page, by composing the assembly by combination of individual elements arranged in a matrix by control of light from an independent source using electrochromic devices
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
19 - Non-metallic building materials
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
(1) Electronic controller for adjusting and controlling insulated glass units; internet of things devices controller for use in residential and commercial buildings, namely, wireless controllers to monitor and control the functioning of other electronic devices in residential and commercial buildings; wireless communication system for use in residential and commercial buildings primarily comprised of audio transmitter units that connects users and/or things in a communication environment for transmission and reception of voice, data and video; transparent electronic displays on windows for use in whiteboard and video conferencing applications and for displaying digital media; building network comprised of computer hardware, wireless and wired controllers, and downloadable software for managing electrical power, data and high-speed communications; recorded computer programs, downloadable computer programs and mobile device downloadable software for operating and managing building power, data and communication networks; sensors and recorded computer programs, downloadable computer programs and mobile device downloadable software for measuring and analyzing environmental conditions in residential and commercial buildings; computer programs, downloadable computer programs and mobile device downloadable software for adjusting, controlling and scheduling adjustments for insulated glass units, for managing, operating and connecting internet of things electronic devices in residential and commercial buildings, for interfacing with remote devices for use in residential and commercial buildings, for allowing connectivity and device management, for integrating home or office automation systems comprised of lighting, climate control and other home or office monitoring and control applications, for planning, managing and integrating building systems comprised of lighting, climate control, multimedia and security systems for planning, configuring and adjusting atmosphere of interior environments and for measuring and analyzing environmental conditions.
(2) Insulated glass units with electrochromic coating for windows used in building construction. (1) Installation, maintenance and repair services for glass units for windows; providing information regarding the care, installation, maintenance and repair of glass units for windows; consultation services regarding the installation, maintenance and repair of glass units for windows.
(2) Providing temporary use of non-downloadable computer programs for use in residential and commercial buildings for adjusting and controlling insulated glass units, for managing, operating and connecting internet of things electronic devices, for interfacing with remote devices, for allowing connectivity and device management, for integrating home or office automation systems comprised of lighting, climate control and other home or office monitoring and control applications, for planning, managing and integrating building systems comprised of lighting, climate control, multimedia and security systems for planning, configuring and adjusting atmosphere of interior environments and for measuring and analyzing environmental conditions.
Disclosed herein are methods, apparatuses, systems, and computer readable media relating to formation of acoustic conditioning and acoustic mapping of an enclosure using sound sensor(s) and emitter(s).
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
G06F 3/044 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means by capacitive means
G05B 15/02 - Systems controlled by a computer electric
G02F 1/15 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour based on an electrochromic effect
B32B 17/10 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like comprising glass as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G06F 3/041 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
G09F 19/22 - Advertising or display means on roads, walls or similar surfaces, e.g. illuminated
G09G 3/38 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with visual indicators other than cathode-ray tubes for presentation of an assembly of a number of characters, e.g. a page, by composing the assembly by combination of individual elements arranged in a matrix by control of light from an independent source using electrochromic devices
Disclosed herein are systems, apparatuses, methods, and non-transitory computer readable media related to display constructs that can be fixed or movable. The display constructs may be is at least partially transparent and can be viewed therethrough. Display constructs may be arranged in planar matrices, e.g., using one or more retaining clips.
Disclosed herein as methods, apparatuses, non-transitory computer readable media, and systems for controlling atmospheric quality of an enclosed zone (e.g., at least one enclosure, an enclosure, or a portion of an enclosure), e.g., by controlling ventilation of the zone and/or adjusting a chemical content of an atmosphere of the enclosed zone.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
43.
ENVIRONMENTAL ADJUSTMENT USING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Changing environmental characteristics of an enclosure are controlled to promote health, wellness, and/or performance for occupant(s) of the enclosure using sensor data, three dimensional modeling, physical properties of the enclosure, and machine learning (e.g., Artificial Intelligence).
Various devices (e.g., sensors and/or emitters) are disposed in a casing to form an ensemble are utilized to affect and/or control an environment of an enclosure (e.g., facility). A plurality of such ensembles may be disposed in the facility. Inter and/or intra coexistence issues may arise among the devices. Such coexistence is utilized and/or managed by a control and/or processing system. An ensemble may be integrated as a digital architectural element packaged as a capsule having a main body shell and a lid.
Disclosed herein as methods, apparatuses, non-transitory computer readable media, and systems relating to reduction and/or identification of one or more health risks in a facility. For example, by sensing a bodily characteristic of an individual in a facility, e.g., by sensing at least one environmental characteristic. For example, by sensing surface cleanliness. For example, by tracking personnel in the facility. For example, by suggesting routes in an enclosure based at least in part in personnel concentration in the facility. Disclosed herein as methods, apparatuses, non-transitory computer readable media, and systems relating to monitoring occupancy of a facility.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
G06F 3/044 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means by capacitive means
G05B 15/02 - Systems controlled by a computer electric
H10K 59/65 - OLEDs integrated with inorganic image sensors
G02F 1/15 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour based on an electrochromic effect
B32B 17/10 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like comprising glass as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
G09F 19/22 - Advertising or display means on roads, walls or similar surfaces, e.g. illuminated
G09G 3/38 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with visual indicators other than cathode-ray tubes for presentation of an assembly of a number of characters, e.g. a page, by composing the assembly by combination of individual elements arranged in a matrix by control of light from an independent source using electrochromic devices
Thin-film devices, for example, multi-zone electrochromic windows, and methods of manufacturing are described. In certain cases, a multi-zone electrochromic window comprises a monolithic EC device on a transparent substrate and two or more tinting zones, wherein the tinting zones are configured for independent operation.
A network system in an enclosure includes one or more interactive targets such as tintable windows, HVAC components, sensors, computing devices, media display devices, and/or service devices. Diverse types of local and remote interfaces are employed for facilitating remote (e.g., indirect) manipulation of the interactive target(s), for example, using a digital twin (e.g., representative virtual model) of a facility and/or a mobile circuitry of a user. The environment and/or targets may be controlled according to preferences and/or requests of its user(s).
G10L 15/22 - Procedures used during a speech recognition process, e.g. man-machine dialog
G06F 21/32 - User authentication using biometric data, e.g. fingerprints, iris scans or voiceprints
E06B 3/67 - Units comprising two or more parallel glass or like panes in spaced relationship, the panes being permanently secured together, e.g. along the edges characterised by additional arrangements or devices for heat or sound insulation
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
G06F 3/04883 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures for inputting data by handwriting, e.g. gesture or text
G06F 3/04886 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures by partitioning the display area of the touch-screen or the surface of the digitising tablet into independently controllable areas, e.g. virtual keyboards or menus
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
19 - Non-metallic building materials
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Electronic controller for adjusting and controlling insulated glass units; Internet of Things devices controller for use in residential and commercial buildings, namely, wireless controllers to monitor and control the functioning of other electronic devices in residential and commercial buildings; Wireless communication system for use in residential and commercial buildings primarily comprised of audio transmitter units that connects users and/or things in a communication environment for transmission and reception of voice, data and video; Heads-up displays (HUDs) in the nature of transparent electronic displays on windows for use in whiteboard and video conferencing applications and for displaying digital media; Building network comprised of computer hardware, wireless and wired controllers, and downloadable software for managing electrical power, data and high-speed communications; Recorded computer programs, downloadable computer programs and mobile device downloadable software for operating and managing building power, data and communication networks; Sensors and recorded computer programs, downloadable computer programs and mobile device downloadable software for measuring and analyzing environmental conditions in residential and commercial buildings; Recorded computer programs, downloadable computer programs and mobile device downloadable software for adjusting, controlling and scheduling adjustments for insulated glass units, for managing, operating and connecting Internet of Things electronic devices in residential and commercial buildings, for interfacing with remote devices for use in residential and commercial buildings, for allowing connectivity and device management, for integrating home or office automation systems comprised of lighting, climate control and other home or office monitoring and control applications, for planning, managing and integrating building systems comprised of lighting, climate control, multimedia and security systems for planning, configuring and adjusting atmosphere of interior environments and for measuring and analyzing environmental conditions Insulated glass units with electrochromic coating for windows used in building construction Installation, maintenance and repair services for glass units for windows; Providing information regarding the care, installation, maintenance and repair of glass units for windows; Consultation services regarding the installation, maintenance and repair of glass units for windows Providing temporary use of non-downloadable computer programs for use in residential and commercial buildings for adjusting and controlling insulated glass units, for managing, operating and connecting Internet of Things electronic devices, for interfacing with remote devices, for allowing connectivity and device management, for integrating home or office automation systems comprised of lighting, climate control and other home or office monitoring and control applications, for planning, managing and integrating building systems comprised of lighting, climate control, multimedia and security systems for planning, configuring and adjusting atmosphere of interior environments and for measuring and analyzing environmental conditions
A messaging system for exchanging messages between nodes in a network via a broker that uses a publish-subscribe message protocol, which nodes have object identifications (IDs). Messages between the nodes are routed using the object IDs of the nodes. Secure communication is provided using authentication according to digital certificates being used as first and second tiers by a commissioning broker and a data broker, respectively, in which the second tier certificate used by the data broker has a shorter lived expiration time.
Disclosed herein are various clusters. A cluster comprises processing nodes that have supervisory roles and subordinate roles. A node in the cluster can have a supervisory or a subordinate role. The cluster can self-orchestrate its roles. The roles of the nodes can be assigned and/or reassigned (e.g., autonomously and/or automatically) by the cluster. Such system may achieve automatic commissioning of the cluster(s), e.g., in a facility.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
G06F 3/044 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means by capacitive means
G05B 15/02 - Systems controlled by a computer electric
G02F 1/15 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour based on an electrochromic effect
B32B 17/10 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like comprising glass as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G06F 3/041 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
G09F 19/22 - Advertising or display means on roads, walls or similar surfaces, e.g. illuminated
G09G 3/38 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with visual indicators other than cathode-ray tubes for presentation of an assembly of a number of characters, e.g. a page, by composing the assembly by combination of individual elements arranged in a matrix by control of light from an independent source using electrochromic devices
Disclosed herein are systems, apparatuses, methods, and non-transitory computer readable media related to a display construct coupled to a structure (e.g., a vision window). The structure can be a supportive structure such as a fixture. The display construct is configured to facilitate media display and is at least partially transparent. The vision window may be a tintable window, e.g., a window in which its tint is electrically controllable (e.g., an electrochromic window). Various interactive capabilities with the display construct are disclosed (e.g., via a touch screen).
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
52.
IMMERSIVE COLLABORATION OF REMOTE PARTICIPANTS VIA MEDIA DISPLAYS
An immersive digital experience for video conferencing simulates common presence of a virtual participant in a local environment. Such simulation may include (i) using a transparent media display having a portion of its pixels projecting the virtual participant's body image while keeping at least a portion of the background transparent (e.g., to visible light), (ii) disposing sensor(s) (e.g., camera) behind the transparent media display at the gaze of the participant, and/or (iii) using added virtual overlays (e.g., of plants, memorabilia, and/or furniture) to the virtual image (e.g., that are consistent with the local environment), e.g., to provide a sense of depth ranging from the overlays to the virtual participant projection and to the background showing through the transparent media display.
G10L 15/22 - Procedures used during a speech recognition process, e.g. man-machine dialog
G06F 21/32 - User authentication using biometric data, e.g. fingerprints, iris scans or voiceprints
E06B 3/67 - Units comprising two or more parallel glass or like panes in spaced relationship, the panes being permanently secured together, e.g. along the edges characterised by additional arrangements or devices for heat or sound insulation
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
G06F 3/0488 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures
Electrochromic vacuum insulated glass units and assemblies thereof are described. The electrochromic vacuum insulated glass unit comprises a first electrochromic device and a first vacuum insulated glass unit comprising a first substrate and a second substrate, wherein the first electrochromic device is in or on the first vacuum insulated glass unit.
Disclosed herein are systems, apparatuses, methods, and non-transitory computer readable media related to a display construct coupled to a structure (e.g., a vision window). The structure can be a supportive structure such as a fixture. The display construct is configured to facilitate media display and is at least partially transparent. The vision window may be a tintable window, e.g., a window in which its tint is electrically controllable (e.g., an electrochromic window). Various interactive capabilities with the display construct are disclosed (e.g., via a touch screen).
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
Disclosed herein are systems, apparatuses, methods, and non-transitory computer readable media related to a display construct coupled to a structure (e.g., a vision window). The structure can be a supportive structure such as a fixture. The display construct is configured to facilitate media display and is at least partially transparent. The vision window may be a tintable window, e.g., a window in which its tint is electrically controllable (e.g., an electrochromic window). Various interactive capabilities with the display construct are disclosed (e.g., via a touch screen).
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
56.
OCCUPANT-CENTERED PREDICTIVE CONTROL OF DEVICES IN FACILITIES
In various embodiments, methods, systems, software, and apparatuses for controlling devices of a facility are provided, e.g., based on user input and/or user preferences.
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G05B 13/04 - Adaptive control systems, i.e. systems automatically adjusting themselves to have a performance which is optimum according to some preassigned criterion electric involving the use of models or simulators
Methods of determining a polygon ablation pattern for use in mitigating one or more defects in an optical device are described. A method comprises identifying spatial coordinates of one or more defects areas in a first image of the optical device taken when tinted, defining a region of interest around at least one defect area of the one or more defect areas, and determining a polygon boundary around the at least one defect area in the region of interest to define the polygon ablation pattern.
Techniques for laser processing of a workpiece including electrochromic glass or other thin-film devices where one or more layers are sandwiched between two thin-film conductive layers include directing a laser beam from a laser source onto a surface of the workpiece, wherein the laser beam comprises projected light, the projected light having a selected near-infrared wavelength in the range of about 1.4 to about 3 µm. Where the workpiece comprises an electrochromic device including an electrochromic stack disposed between a first transparent conductive layer, distal from the laser source, and a second transparent conductive layer, proximal to the laser source, removing the material includes removing a portion of the second transparent conductive layer and a portion of the electrochromic stack to expose a surface of the first transparent conductive layer without damaging the first transparent conductive layer.
B32B 17/10 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like comprising glass as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
G02F 1/161 - GasketsSpacersSealing of cellsFilling or closing of cells
A messaging system for exchanging messages between nodes in a network via a broker that uses a publish-subscribe message protocol, which nodes have object identifications (IDs). Messages between the nodes are routed using the object IDs of the nodes. Secure communication is provided using authentication according to digital certificates being used as first and second tiers by a commissioning broker and a data broker, respectively, in which the second tier certificate used by the data broker has a shorter lived expiration time.
Locally-initiated, in-facility emergency alerts are provided. Wireless emergency alert (WEA) messages are initiated at a control interface of a facility. The WEA messages are forwarded to User Equipments (UEs) within an emergency incident area of the building over wireless communication links.
G08B 25/14 - Central alarm receiver or annunciator arrangements
G08B 25/10 - Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems characterised by the transmission medium using wireless transmission systems
Aspects of this disclosure concern controllers and control methods for transitioning a group of optically switchable devices. Such devices are often provided on windows such as architectural glass. In certain embodiments, the methods transition multiple optically switchable devices that are positioned in proximity as a group. The methods apply different drive voltages to different devices in a group. In these or other cases, a group of optically switchable devices may transition together over a particular duration to achieve approximately uniform tint states over time during the transition without slowing down transitioning of faster optically switchable devices in the group.
Window controller systems and methods are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, a window controller system for controlling multiple optically switchable devices comprises a printed circuit board comprising a first plurality of footprints to which a first plurality of components is mounted and a second plurality of footprints, wherein a subset of the second plurality of footprints is populated by a second plurality of components. The first plurality of components may comprise: a plurality of insulated glass unit (IGU) controllers, each configured to control an IGU of a corresponding plurality of IGUs operatively coupled to the window controller system; and a processing unit configured to control each of the plurality of IGU controllers. The second plurality of components may be selected based on a cable type and/or a protocol type used to provide power and data signals to the printed circuit board.
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G05B 15/02 - Systems controlled by a computer electric
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
H02M 3/158 - Conversion of DC power input into DC power output without intermediate conversion into AC by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode using devices of a triode or transistor type requiring continuous application of a control signal using semiconductor devices only with automatic control of output voltage or current, e.g. switching regulators including plural semiconductor devices as final control devices for a single load
H04L 67/125 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks involving control of end-device applications over a network
In various embodiments, methods, systems, software, and apparatuses for controlling devices in vehicles are provided, e.g., depending on gestures of vehicle occupants, a present environment of a vehicle, and/or a predicted future environment of the vehicle.
B60R 21/015 - Electrical circuits for triggering safety arrangements in case of vehicle accidents or impending vehicle accidents including means for detecting the presence or position of passengers, passenger seats or child seats, e.g. for disabling triggering
B60R 16/037 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for occupant comfort
B60J 3/04 - Antiglare equipment associated with windows or windscreensSun visors for vehicles adjustable in transparency
B60K 35/00 - Instruments specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement of instruments in or on vehicles
B60H 1/00 - Heating, cooling or ventilating devices
Window controller systems and methods are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, a window controller system for controlling multiple optically switchable devices comprises a printed circuit board comprising a first plurality of footprints to which a first plurality of components is mounted and a second plurality of footprints, wherein a subset of the second plurality of footprints is populated by a second plurality of components. The first plurality of components may comprise: a plurality of insulated glass unit (IGU) controllers, each configured to control an IGU of a corresponding plurality of IGUs operatively coupled to the window controller system; and a processing unit configured to control each of the plurality of IGU controllers. The second plurality of components may be selected based on a cable type and/or a protocol type used to provide power and data signals to the printed circuit board.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G05B 15/02 - Systems controlled by a computer electric
H02M 3/158 - Conversion of DC power input into DC power output without intermediate conversion into AC by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode using devices of a triode or transistor type requiring continuous application of a control signal using semiconductor devices only with automatic control of output voltage or current, e.g. switching regulators including plural semiconductor devices as final control devices for a single load
The present disclosure describes methods, apparatuses, systems, program instructions, and media, concerning automatic localization and/or identification of devices disposed (e.g., during commissioning) in a facility, using various logic scheme(s). The devices may be operatively coupled to a network and/or to a control network.
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G01S 7/41 - Details of systems according to groups , , of systems according to group using analysis of echo signal for target characterisationTarget signatureTarget cross-section
G01S 13/02 - Systems using reflection of radio waves, e.g. primary radar systemsAnalogous systems
In various embodiments, methods, systems, software, and apparatuses for providing access to an enhanced cellular network of a facility. Different subscriber profiles may be established to enable different types of access to the extended cellular network, which may grant access to the Internet, a private network, one or more building systems of a facility, or the like.
G06F 16/80 - Information retrievalDatabase structures thereforFile system structures therefor of semi-structured data, e.g. markup language structured data such as SGML, XML or HTML
67.
PROVIDING ENHANCED CELLULAR COMMUNICATION IN A FACILITY
In various embodiments, methods, systems, software, and apparatuses for providing access to an enhanced cellular network of a facility. Different subscriber profiles may be established to enable different types of access to the extended cellular network, which may grant access to the Internet, a private network, one or more building systems of a facility, or the like.
H04W 4/33 - Services specially adapted for particular environments, situations or purposes for indoor environments, e.g. buildings
G02F 1/15 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour based on an electrochromic effect
68.
CONTROLLING TRANSITIONS IN OPTICALLY SWITCHABLE DEVICES
Methods, systems, apparatuses, and media for controlling optical transitions are provided. In some embodiments, a method comprises: (a) applying a drive voltage having a preset magnitude to an optically switchable device to cause the optically switchable device to transition from an initial optical state toward a target optical state; (b) measuring an open circuit voltage (Voc) of the optically switchable device and/or an amount of charge that has been delivered to the optically switchable device; (c) comparing characteristics of the measured Voc and/or the amount of charge to at least one parameter indicative of a target duration of time for the optically switchable device to transition from the initial optical state to the target optical state; (d) modifying the drive voltage to have a modified magnitude, wherein the modified magnitude is determined based at least in part on the comparison; and (e) repeating (a) and (b) until the target optical state is reached.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
G02F 1/01 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour
E06B 3/67 - Units comprising two or more parallel glass or like panes in spaced relationship, the panes being permanently secured together, e.g. along the edges characterised by additional arrangements or devices for heat or sound insulation
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
69.
CONTROLLING TRANSITIONS IN OPTICALLY SWITCHABLE DEVICES
Aspects of this disclosure concern controllers and control methods for applying a drive voltage to bus bars of optically switchable devices such as electrochromic devices. Such devices are often provided on windows such as architectural glass. In certain embodiments, the applied drive voltage is controlled in a manner that efficiently drives an optical transition over the entire surface of the electrochromic device. The drive voltage is controlled to account for differences in effective voltage experienced in regions between the bus bars and regions proximate the bus bars. Regions near the bus bars experience the highest effective voltage. In some cases, feedback may be used to monitor an optical transition. In these or other cases, a group of optically switchable devices may transition together over a particular duration to achieve approximately uniform tint states over time during the transition.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
G02F 1/01 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour
E06B 3/67 - Units comprising two or more parallel glass or like panes in spaced relationship, the panes being permanently secured together, e.g. along the edges characterised by additional arrangements or devices for heat or sound insulation
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
70.
TEMPERATURE AND THERMAL COMFORT MAPPING OF AN ENCLOSED ENVIRONMENT
Changing environmental characteristics of an enclosure are controlled to promote thermal comfort, health, wellness, and/or performance for occupant(s) of the enclosure using sensor data, three-dimensional modeling, physical properties of the enclosure, and machine learning (e.g., Artificial Intelligence).
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
H01L 51/52 - Solid state devices using organic materials as the active part, or using a combination of organic materials with other materials as the active part; Processes or apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture or treatment of such devices, or of parts thereof specially adapted for light emission, e.g. organic light emitting diodes (OLED) or polymer light emitting devices (PLED) - Details of devices
An immersive digital experience for video conferencing simulates common presence of a virtual participant in a local environment. Such simulation may include (i) using a transparent media display having a portion of its pixels projecting the virtual participant's body image while keeping at least a portion of the background transparent (e.g., to visible light), (ii) disposing sensor(s) (e.g., camera) behind the transparent media display at the gaze of the participant, and/or (iii) using added virtual overlays (e.g., of plants, memorabilia, and/or furniture) to the virtual image (e.g., that are consistent with the local environment), e.g., to provide a sense of depth ranging from the overlays to the virtual participant projection and to the background showing through the transparent media display.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
H01L 51/52 - Solid state devices using organic materials as the active part, or using a combination of organic materials with other materials as the active part; Processes or apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture or treatment of such devices, or of parts thereof specially adapted for light emission, e.g. organic light emitting diodes (OLED) or polymer light emitting devices (PLED) - Details of devices
G06F 3/041 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means
G10L 15/22 - Procedures used during a speech recognition process, e.g. man-machine dialog
G06F 21/32 - User authentication using biometric data, e.g. fingerprints, iris scans or voiceprints
E06B 3/67 - Units comprising two or more parallel glass or like panes in spaced relationship, the panes being permanently secured together, e.g. along the edges characterised by additional arrangements or devices for heat or sound insulation
In various embodiments, methods, systems, software, and apparatuses for dynamically routing signals in a facility are provided, e.g., depending on current and/or predicted occupancy in the facility. The method may include: identifying small cell devices and Radio Access Units (RAUs) operatively coupled to a network of the facility; receiving one or more inputs through the network; determining a configuration for routing cellular communication signals between one or more of the small cell devices and one or more of the RAUs, which configuration is based at least in part on the one or more inputs; and routing the cellular communication signals between the one or more of the small cell devices and the one or more of the RAUs based at least in part on the configuration.
Methods and systems for determining tint of at least one tintable window when the outside temperature is greater than a first threshold and/or less than a second threshold value.
The present disclosure describes a facility (e.g., home) control system using a community of components (e.g., comprising one or more sensors, emitters and/or transceivers) that are configured to locate at least a portion of its members and control one or more devices of the facility.
G01S 19/14 - Receivers specially adapted for specific applications
G06F 30/13 - Architectural design, e.g. computer-aided architectural design [CAAD] related to design of buildings, bridges, landscapes, production plants or roads
A digital interface allows a content manager and/or content provider to couple to an interactive device (e.g., transparent media display coupled to a tintable window) in a facility, and engage with target personnel in a digital experience. The content may be personalized for the target personnel interacting with the interactive device, and may include a message such as an advertisement.
H04W 4/06 - Selective distribution of broadcast services, e.g. multimedia broadcast multicast service [MBMS]Services to user groupsOne-way selective calling services
H04L 51/00 - User-to-user messaging in packet-switching networks, transmitted according to store-and-forward or real-time protocols, e.g. e-mail
An imaging system in an enclosure can capture a plurality of successive images of a user to determine an external behavior (e.g., a gait) of the user. The user can be identified based on the external behavior, and an environment may be controlled according to preferences and/or requests of the user.
G06F 3/04886 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures by partitioning the display area of the touch-screen or the surface of the digitising tablet into independently controllable areas, e.g. virtual keyboards or menus
E06B 3/67 - Units comprising two or more parallel glass or like panes in spaced relationship, the panes being permanently secured together, e.g. along the edges characterised by additional arrangements or devices for heat or sound insulation
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
A network system in an enclosure includes one or more building systems such as tintable windows, HVAC components, sensors, computing devices, media display devices, and/or service devices. A physical condition of a user within the enclosure may be determined based on sensor data, and environmental adjustments can be implemented via the building systems based on the user's physical condition and determined location.
G06F 3/04886 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures by partitioning the display area of the touch-screen or the surface of the digitising tablet into independently controllable areas, e.g. virtual keyboards or menus
E06B 3/67 - Units comprising two or more parallel glass or like panes in spaced relationship, the panes being permanently secured together, e.g. along the edges characterised by additional arrangements or devices for heat or sound insulation
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
Disclosed herein are methods, apparatuses, non-transitory computer readable media, and systems for performing synergistic sensing an attribute of an environment of a facility. Sensing may be performed by sensors of a facility from which a first sensor measures a first attribute at its first sampling rate. Due to a correlation of the first sensor and a second sensor that measures a second attribute at a second sampling rate slower than the first sampling rate, the second attribute can be determined and/or predicted at least in part by using measurements of the first attribute by the first sensor.
Disclosed herein are methods, apparatuses, non-transitory computer readable media, and systems for performing synergistic sensing an attribute of an environment of a facility. Sensing may be performed by sensors of a facility from which a first sensor measures a first attribute at its first sampling rate. Due to a correlation of the first sensor and a second sensor that measures a second attribute at a second sampling rate slower than the first sampling rate, the second attribute can be determined and/or predicted at least in part by using measurements of the first attribute by the first sensor.
One or more components (e.g., devices) and/or component ensembles coupled to a local network utilize updatable software and/or firmware to perform, The component(s) (e.g., and ensembles thereof) can be updated using a scheme that enables recognition of the component(s) among a plurality of components, recognize the respective firmware and/or software versions, and targets relevant update(s) to component(s) requiring update.
One or more components (e.g., devices) and/or component ensembles coupled to a local network utilize updatable software and/or firmware to perform, The component(s) (e.g., and ensembles thereof) can be updated using a scheme that enables recognition of the component(s) among a plurality of components, recognize the respective firmware and/or software versions, and targets relevant update(s) to component(s) requiring update.
Provided herein are methods, systems, apparatuses, and computer programs related to various devices in an enclosure, e.g., using identification capturing device such as in conjunction with a digital twin of the enclosure. The computer program may be utilized for commissioning, maintenance, sales, marketing, and/or customer service. The computer program may receive customer, and/or customer service, input. The computer program may facilitate use of customer and/or customer service, e.g., input for controlling the facility (e.g., various devices of the facility), input for structuring the facility, and/or input for placing assets such as devices of the facility.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
G06F 3/0484 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] for the control of specific functions or operations, e.g. selecting or manipulating an object, an image or a displayed text element, setting a parameter value or selecting a range
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
Provided herein are methods, systems, apparatuses, and computer programs related to various devices in an enclosure, e.g., using identification capturing device such as in conjunction with a digital twin of the enclosure. The computer program may be utilized for commissioning, maintenance, sales, marketing, and/or customer service. The computer program may receive customer, and/or customer service, input. The computer program may facilitate use of customer and/or customer service, e.g., input for controlling the facility (e.g., various devices of the facility), input for structuring the facility, and/or input for placing assets such as devices of the facility.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
G05B 15/02 - Systems controlled by a computer electric
G06F 3/0484 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] for the control of specific functions or operations, e.g. selecting or manipulating an object, an image or a displayed text element, setting a parameter value or selecting a range
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
Embodiments described include adhesive bus bars for electrochromic or other optical state changing devices. The bus bars are configured to color match and/or provide minimal optical contrast with their surrounding environment in the optical device, provide better adhesion than ink based bus bars, as well as obviate the need to mitigate defects in underlaying layers.
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
E06B 3/67 - Units comprising two or more parallel glass or like panes in spaced relationship, the panes being permanently secured together, e.g. along the edges characterised by additional arrangements or devices for heat or sound insulation
B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
B32B 17/06 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like comprising glass as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
86.
FAILURE PREDICTION OF AT LEAST ONE TINTABLE WINDOW
Data from measurements is used in conjunction with a learning module to identify and predict tintable window malfunctions. The measurements can be based at least in part on data accumulated during regular operation of a tintable window.
Disclosed herein are systems, apparatuses, methods, and non-transitory computer readable media related to a display construct coupled to a structure (e.g., a vision window such as a tintable window). The structure can be a supportive structure such as a fixture. The display construct is configured to facilitate media display and is at least partially transparent. An interactive installation software tool and process aligns a digital configuration of the display construct and/or touch screen functionality of the display construct, with its physical configuration in a matrix of display constructs.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
H01L 51/52 - Solid state devices using organic materials as the active part, or using a combination of organic materials with other materials as the active part; Processes or apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture or treatment of such devices, or of parts thereof specially adapted for light emission, e.g. organic light emitting diodes (OLED) or polymer light emitting devices (PLED) - Details of devices
G06F 3/041 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
88.
DISPLAY CONSTRUCT FOR MEDIA PROJECTION AND WIRELESS CHARGING
Disclosed herein are systems, apparatuses, methods, and non-transitory computer readable media related to display constructs that can be fixed or movable. The display constructs can be configured to facilitate media display at opposite sides. The display constructs may be is at least partially transparent and can be viewed therethrough. Various interactive capabilities with the display construct are disclosed, as well as various installation component and kits. Further disclosed are wireless chargers embedded in fixtures and/or real assets of a facility.
Disclosed herein are systems, apparatuses, methods, and non-transitory computer readable media related to a display construct coupled to a structure (e.g., a vision window such as a tintable window). The structure can be a supportive structure such as a fixture. The display construct is configured to facilitate media display and is at least partially transparent. An interactive installation software tool and process aligns a digital configuration of the display construct and/or touch screen functionality of the display construct, with its physical configuration in a matrix of display constructs.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
H10K 59/00 - Integrated devices, or assemblies of multiple devices, comprising at least one organic light-emitting element covered by group
Disclosed herein are systems, apparatuses, methods, and non-transitory computer readable media related to display constructs that can be fixed or movable. The display constructs may be is at least partially transparent and can be viewed therethrough. Display constructs may be arranged in planar matrices, e.g., using one or more retaining clips.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
Disclosed herein are systems, apparatuses, methods, and non-transitory computer readable media related to display constructs that can be fixed or movable. The display constructs can be configured to facilitate media display at opposite sides. The display constructs may be is at least partially transparent and can be viewed therethrough. Various interactive capabilities with the display construct are disclosed, as well as various installation component and kits. Further disclosed are wireless chargers embedded in fixtures and/or real assets of a facility.
Disclosed herein are systems, apparatuses, methods, and non-transitory computer readable media related to display constructs that can be fixed or movable. The display constructs may be is at least partially transparent and can be viewed therethrough. Display constructs may be arranged in planar matrices, e.g., using one or more retaining clips.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
H01L 51/52 - Solid state devices using organic materials as the active part, or using a combination of organic materials with other materials as the active part; Processes or apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture or treatment of such devices, or of parts thereof specially adapted for light emission, e.g. organic light emitting diodes (OLED) or polymer light emitting devices (PLED) - Details of devices
G06F 3/041 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
Disclosed herein are methods, apparatuses, systems, and computer readable media relating to formation of acoustic conditioning and acoustic mapping of an enclosure using sound sensor(s) and emitter(s).
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
This disclosure provides connectors for smart windows and doors. A smart window or door may incorporate an optically switchable pane. In one aspect, a smart window or door includes an insulated glass unit including an optically switchable pane. One aspect pertains to connectors such as, e.g., magnetic power transfer connectors, for sliding doors or windows.
H01R 25/14 - Rails or bus-bars constructed so that the counterparts can be connected thereto at any point along their length
H01R 13/04 - Pins or blades for co-operation with sockets
G02F 1/1345 - Conductors connecting electrodes to cell terminals
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
E06B 3/42 - Sliding wingsDetails of frames with respect to guiding
E06B 3/66 - Units comprising two or more parallel glass or like panes in spaced relationship, the panes being permanently secured together, e.g. along the edges
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
Disclosed herein as methods, apparatuses, non-transitory computer readable media, and systems for controlling atmospheric quality of an enclosed zone (e.g., at least one enclosure, an enclosure, or a portion of an enclosure), e.g., by controlling ventilation of the zone and/or adjusting a chemical content of an atmosphere of the enclosed zone.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
Disclosed herein as methods, apparatuses, non-transitory computer readable media, and systems for controlling atmospheric quality of an enclosed zone (e.g., at least one enclosure, an enclosure, or a portion of an enclosure), e.g., by controlling ventilation of the zone and/or adjusting a chemical content of an atmosphere of the enclosed zone.
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
Techniques for laser processing of a workpiece including electrochromic glass or other thin-film devices where one or more layers are sandwiched between two thin-film conductive layers include directing a laser beam from a laser source onto a surface of the workpiece, wherein the laser beam comprises projected light, the projected light having a selected near-infrared wavelength in the range of about 1.4 to about 3 μm. Where the workpiece comprises an electrochromic device including an electrochromic stack disposed between a first transparent conductive layer, distal from the laser source, and a second transparent conductive layer, proximal to the laser source, removing the material includes removing a portion of the second transparent conductive layer and a portion of the electrochromic stack to expose a surface of the first transparent conductive layer without damaging the first transparent conductive layer.
B32B 17/10 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like comprising glass as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
G02F 1/161 - GasketsSpacersSealing of cellsFilling or closing of cells
98.
IMMERSIVE COLLABORATION OF REMOTE PARTICIPANTS VIA MEDIA DISPLAYS
An immersive digital experience for video conferencing simulates common presence of a virtual participant in a local environment. Such simulation may include (i) using a transparent media display having a portion of its pixels projecting the virtual participant's body image while keeping at least a portion of the background transparent (e.g., to visible light), (ii) disposing sensor(s) (e.g., camera) behind the transparent media display at the gaze of the participant, and/or (iii) using added virtual overlays (e.g., of plants, memorabilia, and/or furniture) to the virtual image (e.g., that are consistent with the local environment), e.g., to provide a sense of depth ranging from the overlays to the virtual participant projection and to the background showing through the transparent media display.
G10L 15/22 - Procedures used during a speech recognition process, e.g. man-machine dialog
G06F 21/32 - User authentication using biometric data, e.g. fingerprints, iris scans or voiceprints
E06B 3/67 - Units comprising two or more parallel glass or like panes in spaced relationship, the panes being permanently secured together, e.g. along the edges characterised by additional arrangements or devices for heat or sound insulation
E06B 9/24 - Screens or other constructions affording protection against light, especially against sunshineSimilar screens for privacy or appearance
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
G06F 3/0488 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures
Changing environmental characteristics of an enclosure are controlled to promote health, wellness, and/or performance for occupant(s) of the enclosure using sensor data, threedimensional modeling, physical properties of the enclosure, and machine learning (e.g., Artificial Intelligence).
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
H10K 59/128 - Active-matrix OLED [AMOLED] displays comprising two independent displays, e.g. for emitting information from two major sides of the display
G02F 1/15 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour based on an electrochromic effect
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
G06F 3/044 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means by capacitive means
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ENVIRONMENTAL ADJUSTMENT USING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Changing environmental characteristics of an enclosure are controlled to promote health, wellness, and/or performance for occupant(s) of the enclosure using sensor data, threedimensional modeling, physical properties of the enclosure, and machine learning (e.g., Artificial Intelligence).
G02F 1/163 - Operation of electrochromic cells, e.g. electrodeposition cellsCircuit arrangements therefor
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
G06F 3/044 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means by capacitive means
H04K 3/00 - Jamming of communicationCounter-measures
H01L 27/32 - Devices consisting of a plurality of semiconductor or other solid-state components formed in or on a common substrate including components using organic materials as the active part, or using a combination of organic materials with other materials as the active part with components specially adapted for light emission, e.g. flat-panel displays using organic light-emitting diodes
G02F 1/15 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour based on an electrochromic effect
G05B 15/02 - Systems controlled by a computer electric
H02J 50/20 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using microwaves or radio frequency waves
H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
