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Method of providing long time intervals between outputs of a timing means
Assignee: Duracell Inc USA
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Filing: 1973-03-14
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Granted: 1976-05-25
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Expires: 1993-03-14
Abstract
Abstract Starting at the same time, two timing means produce a series of output pulses at slightly different frequencies. When the two output pulses coincide, a single output pulse is produced. This will occur at a frequency equal to the difference between frequences of two original timing means and the interval between the single outputs will increase as the difference between the frequencies of the two timing means is made smaller.
Inventors
- 👤 Daniel I. Pomerantz
- 👤 David O. Veinot
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 13:57
CPC Classifications
H; H03; H03K; H03K5/00; H03K5/13; H03K5/135
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
105 words
A method of providing long time intervals comprising: a. producing a first series of output pulses at T 1 time intervals and of t 1 duration, b. producing a second series of output pulses at T 2 time intervals and of t 2 time duration, T 2 being less than T 1 , and the sum of t 1 and t 2 being greater than the difference between T 1 and T 2 , said series of output pulses starting substantially simultaneously, and c. detecting both said series of output pulses and providing outputs at time intervals ##EQU3## when said series of output pulses coincide.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
105 words
A method of providing long time intervals comprising: a. producing a first series of output pulses at T 1 time intervals and of t 1 duration, b. producing a second series of output pulses at T 2 time intervals and of t 2 time duration, T 2 being less than T 1 , and the sum of t 1 and t 2 being greater than the difference between T 1 and T 2 , said series of output pulses starting substantially simultaneously, and c. detecting both said series of output pulses and providing outputs at time intervals ##EQU3## when said series of output pulses coincide.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
The method according to claim 1 wherein said T 1 time interval is an integral multiple of the difference between T 1 and T 2 .
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
18 words
The method of claim 1 further including the step of lengthening said output pulses prior to being detected.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
26 words
The method according to claim 1 further including the step of reversing the polarity of a DC output after said series of outputs have been detected.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
30 words
The method according to claim 1 further including the step of interrupting said first and second series of output pulses to synchronize their starting times in accordance with said output.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-05-25 | 1979-11-24 | 1980-05-25 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-05-25 | 1983-11-24 | 1984-05-25 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-05-25 | 1987-11-24 | 1988-05-25 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |