Energy Focus has been granted a patent for an apparatus that determines the angle of a handle on a pipe bender. The device includes a sensor to measure orientation angle and a display to show the angle. The sensor is housed within the handle for easy attachment. GlobalData’s report on Energy Focus gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Energy Focus, Smart lighting was a key innovation area identified from patents. Energy Focus's grant share as of May 2024 was 65%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Pipe bender with sensor to determine handle angle
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11958099B2) discloses a pipe bender with innovative features aimed at enhancing precision and efficiency in pipe bending operations. The pipe bender includes a bender head with an arcuate-shaped rocker, a handle with attached sensors to determine orientation angles, and a display located near the handle's end to showcase these angles. Additionally, the device features an input component for setting desired bending angles and a housing with a power source and processor to manage sensor data and display outputs effectively.
Furthermore, the patent details the integration of multiple sensors, including accelerometers, within the pipe bender to measure rotation about different axes accurately. The processor within the housing analyzes sensor data to ensure bending angles meet predetermined thresholds, enhancing the device's feedback mechanisms. The pipe bender also includes wireless transmission capabilities to communicate orientation angle data to external computing devices, expanding its functionality and usability in various applications. Overall, the patented pipe bender offers a sophisticated solution for professionals in the piping industry, combining advanced sensor technology with user-friendly features to streamline pipe bending processes effectively.
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