Title:
RF METER READING SYSTEM
Document Type and Number:
WIPO Patent Application WO2007030826
Kind Code:
A9
Abstract:
The automatic meter reading (AMR) systems and methods of the present invention facilitate meter reading utilizing one-way and two-way communication with utility meter endpoint devices while at the same time providing an operating regime that conserves energy for long battery life and utilizes the available airwaves for AMR communications efficiently. Embodiments of the invention are applicable in AMR systems employing handheld and/or vehicle-based mobile readers, fixed readers, and combinations thereof. Moreover, embodiments of the invention facilitate smooth transition from mobile AMR systems to fixed systems, and provide for automatic AMR system performance monitoring and automatic adaptability to maintain or improve performance.
Inventors:
CORNWALL MARK K (US)
Application Number:
PCT/US2006/035508
Publication Date:
November 01, 2007
Filing Date:
September 11, 2006
Export Citation:
Assignee:
ITRON INC (US)
CORNWALL MARK K (US)
CORNWALL MARK K (US)
International Classes:
G08B23/00; G08C15/06
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