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Capacitive sensing system and method for operating a faucet

  • US 9,394,675 B2
  • Filed: 07/14/2014
  • Issued: 07/19/2016
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/20/2010
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. An electronic faucet comprising:

  • a spout having a passageway configured to conduct fluid flow through the spout;

    an electrically operable valve coupled to the passageway; and

    a single capacitive sensor coupled to a portion of the faucet, the single capacitive sensor providing both a touch sensor and a proximity sensor for the electronic faucet.

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