Backup power transfer meter

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 12100990
APP PUB NO 20220255342A1
SERIAL NO

17550222

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The disclosure is directed to a novel utility meter with an integrated backup power transfer system. In some embodiments, the system is capable of sensing and switching between multiple power sources. In some embodiments, the system is configured to supply power from multiple backup power sources in parallel. In some embodiments, the system is configured to record and/or transmit data usage and operational profiles, such as voltage and current from one or more power sources. In some embodiments, the system is configured to eliminate the need to install separate junction boxes or panels to meet the wire requirements of various municipalities.

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PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY77 BEALE STREET SAN FRANCISCO CA 94105

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Davis, Earle Walnut Creek, US 8 38
Hoang, Quoc Walnut Creek, US 19 90
Jones, Alan Berkeley, US 38 540
Tong, Bonnie San Francisco, US 4 0
Yan, Alex Berkeley, US 12 39

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