Wireless electronic detonator comprising a power switch controlled by an optical signal, wireless detonation system and method for activating such a detonator
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United States of America
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Feb 25, 2025
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Feb 2, 2023
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Dec 7, 2020
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Dec 7, 2020
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Abstract
A wireless electronic detonator includes a primary source of energy and at least one functional module. A power switch is disposed between the primary source of energy and the functional module to connect or disconnect the functional module and the primary source of energy. A controller controls the power switch and includes an optical receiver to detect and demodulate a light signal emitted by a control console, The controller generates a control signal according to the demodulated light signal to at least control the power switch. A wireless detonation system includes the wireless electronic detonator and the control console configured to emit a light signal, and method for activating the wireless electronic detonator.
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- 2020 Application Filing Year
- F42D Class
- 101 Applications Filed
- 68 Patents Issued To-Date
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