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Apparatus which integrates a time control into a detachable power cord

  • US 20060176643A1
  • Filed: 02/08/2005
  • Published: 08/10/2006
  • Est. Priority Date: 02/08/2005
  • Status: Abandoned Application
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1. An apparatus which integrates a time control into a detachable power cord comprising:

  • an integral power input cord having a power input connector capable of being connected directly to a power source;

    an integral power output cord having a power output connector capable of being connected directly to an electrical load;

    a switch means for enabling or disabling power to said power output cord;

    a load status detection means for determining whether said electrical load is ON or OFF;

    a timekeeping means for tracking time-of-day;

    a programmable time limit scheme which defines time-based restrictions for usage of said electrical load;

    a control means which monitors said load status detection means and said timekeeping means, and controls said switch means as defined by said time limit scheme;

    a non-volatile storage means for retaining data from said timekeeping means and said time limit scheme when input power is removed;

    a security means for gaining access to, and providing security for, said timekeeping means and said time limit scheme; and

    a numeric display and a plurality of pushbuttons for system interaction and data entry.

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