Apparatus and methods for energy management system
First Claim
1. Apparatus for providing energy management with automation control to a plurality of electrical devices and light switches comprising:
- at least one control gadget of embedded wireless module having a displaying means showing a series of user interfaces for operating energy management with automation control features, and data communication with a utility meter;
a plurality of electrical devices and light switches having the capability of recording power consumption, data communication for reporting power consumption and changing the operation status regarding power supply permission.
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Abstract
Apparatus for providing energy management with automation control features are invented. Power consumption details for building or household can be known as well as the expected power bill in advance. The operation status of specific appliance can also be monitored and controlled. Wireless technology is used as a communication medium with a plurality of appliances which facilitates the management of energy consumption with different applications, like checking the operation status, operating hours and consumption data. An advanced feature of communication with the utility provides power information and instant messaging to users. A consumption target can also be set to economize the electricity bill.
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15 Claims
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1. Apparatus for providing energy management with automation control to a plurality of electrical devices and light switches comprising:
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at least one control gadget of embedded wireless module having a displaying means showing a series of user interfaces for operating energy management with automation control features, and data communication with a utility meter; a plurality of electrical devices and light switches having the capability of recording power consumption, data communication for reporting power consumption and changing the operation status regarding power supply permission. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15)
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