Field bus distribution unit
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Apr 6, 2010
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Mar 19, 2009
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Aug 29, 2008
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Jun 26, 2003
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Abstract
A field bus distribution unit (VE) designed for use in process automation technology involving several field devices. The unit is equipped with a microcontroller μC, which is connected to the field bus (FB) and transmits device-specific information of the field devices that are connected to a field bus distribution unit (VE).
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Patent Owner | Address | |
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ENDRESS + HAUSER PROCESS SOLUTIONS AG | 4153 REINACH BL |
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Inventor Name | Address | # of filed Patents | Total Citations |
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Da, Silva Neto Eugenio Ferreira | Biel-Benken, CH | 16 | 212 |
# of filed Patents : 16 Total Citations : 212 |
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Surcharge after expiration - Late payment is unintentional | $1,640.00 | $820.00 | $410.00 |
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