Sensing system and components for detecting and remotely monitoring carbon monoxide in a space of concern
First Claim
1. A sensing device for detecting the presence of carbon monoxide in a selected space of concern, comprising (a) a detection device configured to sense the presence of carbon monoxide in the selected space of concern, (b) a monitoring device remote from the detection device, for communicating information to an operator, and (c) the detector in circuit communication with the monitoring device, to transmit information from the detection device to the monitoring device that is related to carbon monoxide in the selected space.
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Abstract
A sensing device for detecting the presence of carbon monoxide in a selected space of concern and communicating with a remote monitoring device is provided. The sensing device comprises (a) a detection device configured to sense the presence of carbon monoxide in the selected space of concern, (b) a monitoring device remote from the detection device, for communicating information to an operator, and (c) the detector in circuit communication with the monitoring device, to transmit information from the detection device to the monitoring device that is related to carbon monoxide in the selected space. According to one preferred embodiment, the sensing device is designed for an aircraft. The remote monitoring device is the multifunctional display of the aircraft cockpit. In addition, in a preferred embodiment, a reset/retest actuator is connected with the multifunctional display, and is in circuit communication with the detection device. The reset/retest actuator is selectively actuated from the multifunctional display to send a reset/retest signal to the detection device, to reset the detection device, and to initiate operation of the detection device to repeat its carbon monoxide detection process and provide a signal related to the level of carbon monoxide detected by the detection device. Moreover, in a preferred embodiment, a heating element is provided that is proximate to the carbon monoxide detection component. The heating element is selectively actuated to heat the air space about the carbon monoxide detection component. Also, an adjustment device associated with the output of the CO detection device, for adjusting the output of the detection device in response to a signal related to the air pressure in the selected space of concern. These features are particularly useful in a detection device for an aircraft, where ambient temperatures may drop to levels that can adversely affect the performance of the detection device, or where pressure changes in the aircraft may affect the sensitivity of the detection device.
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- 1. A sensing device for detecting the presence of carbon monoxide in a selected space of concern, comprising (a) a detection device configured to sense the presence of carbon monoxide in the selected space of concern, (b) a monitoring device remote from the detection device, for communicating information to an operator, and (c) the detector in circuit communication with the monitoring device, to transmit information from the detection device to the monitoring device that is related to carbon monoxide in the selected space.
- 11. A device for detecting the presence of carbon monoxide in a selected space of concern in an aircraft, comprising (a) a detection device configured to sense the presence of carbon monoxide in the selected space of concern, (b) a monitoring device located in a multifunctional display remote from the detection device, for communicating information to an operator of the aircraft, and (c) the detection device in circuit communication with the monitoring device, to transmit information from the detection device to the monitor that is related to carbon monoxide in the selected space.
- 18. A carbon monoxide detection device for connection to a remote monitoring device, comprising a housing that includes (a) a carbon monoxide detection component configured to sense the presence of carbon monoxide and to provide an output related thereto, and (b) an input/output device for establishing circuit communication with a remote monitoring device, to enable transmission of information from the carbon monoxide detection component to the monitoring device that is related to carbon monoxide detected by the carbon monoxide detection component.
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