WO2014172559A1 - Systèmes aquatiques possédant un réseau maillé sans fil - Google Patents

Systèmes aquatiques possédant un réseau maillé sans fil Download PDF

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WO2014172559A1
WO2014172559A1 PCT/US2014/034534 US2014034534W WO2014172559A1 WO 2014172559 A1 WO2014172559 A1 WO 2014172559A1 US 2014034534 W US2014034534 W US 2014034534W WO 2014172559 A1 WO2014172559 A1 WO 2014172559A1
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    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
    • H04L—TRANSMISSION OF DIGITAL INFORMATION, e.g. TELEGRAPHIC COMMUNICATION
    • H04L12/00—Data switching networks
    • H04L12/28—Data switching networks characterised by path configuration, e.g. LAN [Local Area Networks] or WAN [Wide Area Networks]
    • H04L12/2803—Home automation networks
    • H04L12/283—Processing of data at an internetworking point of a home automation network
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    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04H—BUILDINGS OR LIKE STRUCTURES FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSES; SWIMMING OR SPLASH BATHS OR POOLS; MASTS; FENCING; TENTS OR CANOPIES, IN GENERAL
    • E04H4/00—Swimming or splash baths or pools
    • E04H4/06—Safety devices; Coverings for baths
    • E04H4/10—Coverings of flexible material
    • E04H4/101—Coverings of flexible material wound-up on a fixed axis
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    • E04H—BUILDINGS OR LIKE STRUCTURES FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSES; SWIMMING OR SPLASH BATHS OR POOLS; MASTS; FENCING; TENTS OR CANOPIES, IN GENERAL
    • E04H4/00—Swimming or splash baths or pools
    • E04H4/12—Devices or arrangements for circulating water, i.e. devices for removal of polluted water, cleaning baths or for water treatment
    • E04H4/1209—Treatment of water for swimming pools
    • E04H4/1245—Recirculating pumps for swimming pool water
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    • E04H—BUILDINGS OR LIKE STRUCTURES FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSES; SWIMMING OR SPLASH BATHS OR POOLS; MASTS; FENCING; TENTS OR CANOPIES, IN GENERAL
    • E04H4/00—Swimming or splash baths or pools
    • E04H4/12—Devices or arrangements for circulating water, i.e. devices for removal of polluted water, cleaning baths or for water treatment
    • E04H4/129—Systems for heating the water content of swimming pools
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04H—BUILDINGS OR LIKE STRUCTURES FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSES; SWIMMING OR SPLASH BATHS OR POOLS; MASTS; FENCING; TENTS OR CANOPIES, IN GENERAL
    • E04H4/00—Swimming or splash baths or pools
    • E04H4/14—Parts, details or accessories not otherwise provided for
    • E04H4/148—Lighting means

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  • 1MB applicators is a based ⁇ >a a provisional application, OS, Serial No. 61/814,085, fi led Aprs] 19, 2013 and rov s onal application, U.S. Serial No. 61 ⁇ 4.239, Bled December 10, 2013.
  • the present disclosure relates generally so mesh «elworkx for use is as environment that incorporate aquatic vessels such as pools, spas and fountains. Mare particularly, the present disclosure relates to integrated hardware-based and soiiwam-based solutions for the im ro ed inonit riag an operation of s stems that fociude such aquatic essels,
  • the modern home includes many devices that provide ri us useful ftmetioss to its inhabitants.
  • S ch devices include those related to home environment, home entertainment and borne functionality, Ofiea sense or ail of s ch devic s are net waited rsrl partially or tidly controlled by one or more centnd eoBtrollers,
  • These central controllers may also include .functionality tha allows partial or total automation of certain devices.
  • the central controller may further be coGratrred vvltbm a borne network to control the various devices using wired networks, wireless .networks, or a combin tion of the two.
  • the network may be set up as a mesh network, which is ideally simed.
  • Figure i is a block diagram o a mesh ttewask mmrpSf&t fig wireless atxl semowireiess devices i acamk&c with so e emixKlsmems.
  • FIG.2 s a schematic diagram of a control s stem showing operation of 8 mesh network operated via Internet in accordance wish > ⁇ : ⁇ : ⁇ eml xifments.
  • Figure- 3 s a schematic diagram of a control System showing operation of a mesh network r ted via central eonl ler in.
  • Figures 4 A. and 4B are schematic diagrams o a fully wir les device interface for use in a mesh network is acco dance with some embodiments,
  • [fMUlj Figure 5 is a schematic diagram oS1 ⁇ 4 heater heat pump/he&t exchanger and control node in accordance with some embodiments.
  • Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of a variable-speed pool pump and control node in accordance with some embodimcnis.
  • Figure ? is a sc ematic diagram, aim irrigation valve aeioa!or/solenoid and control node in accordance with some embodiments,
  • FIGS 8A and 8B te schematic diagrams of an tmder ater lighting device and control node i accordance ith some emb dime t.
  • Figures 9A and DB are schematic diagrams of a pool valve actuator i accordance with some emlxxlimenss.
  • Figure 10 i a chart diagram, c mp ring and coaf.rast.irsg the properties of classes of seoh -wireless control nodes in accordance with some embodiments.
  • Figures 1.1 A and 1.1 B are schematic diagrams of one or multiple specialized . de ces that attach to pipes and serve as; receptacles for wireless control nodes, i n accordance with soma- embodiments.
  • Figure I IC is a schematic of these devices with attached wireless control nodes accordance with some ⁇ embodiments,
  • Figures F2A and 128 are schematic diagrams of an automatic pool cover used for aquatic vessels in accordance with some embod.iment3 ⁇ 4.
  • Skilled artisans will ap reciate -thai elements n the figures am illustrated tor si.mpHc.Hy and clarify and have n t .n c ssaril been drawn to scale.
  • the dimensions of s me of the elements ia the figures may be e ag e ted relati e to other elements in help to Improve und rstanding of embodiments of the present nvention.
  • Described her in is a wireless automation system employing mssft network topology, and opera ing- on a low-power Rp communications- protocol (such as, for example, Z-Wave) that is intended primarily for control of waterscapes, pools, spas, wate features, and accessories, as well as landscape lighting, irrigation systems, and outdoor security (e.g., alarms and cameras).
  • the system may also be configured to control son-a uatie--based devices.
  • the wireless automation system ros comprise one or mor gateway eontrollers (known as Airfhsbs herein) and one or more network sensors., switches, controls, or other input or u ut .hardware- devices ( "known, as
  • SmartNodes may include fully wireless nodes (known as Air: odes herein.) and hybrid, setrti- ireless nodes that combi ne wireless communication and control with a witfcd .power source (known as ri ⁇ ige;Modes herein).
  • j3 ⁇ 4024j VERY operates via. mesh network topology, hich all s Smart:Node to Smart:Node cm nu ca km and Sm&ttNcxte to Aieriub controllers wkhm t e ir less automation network.
  • the gateway cotumft r .and/or Stin3 ⁇ 4rt;Nodes may deploy common EE commtmication. protocols to ensure inutroperabi!ity with most home amomatton networks and devices, with ut t e need for special dapters or other hardware,
  • the Z-Wave protocol is n exemplary mesh network protocol that may he used in a VE V system. Use of th Z-Wave certification pr cess n ur interoperability with any otlrer certified Z-Wave node, making this a useful choice when designi g mesh networks for home a d pool automation.
  • Z- Wave home gutorttation technology comprises: three layers: She radio layer, network layer a ad application layer.
  • the layers work together to create a • robust and reliable network that enables numerous nodes atrd devices to eomnmnieate with each other .nearly sirmxfeatseous!y.
  • the Z-Wave Protocol adio Layer defines the way a s nal is exchanged between network and the physical radio .
  • hardware This includes frequency, encoding, hardware access, vie
  • the Z-Wave Protocol Network Layer defines how control data is exchanged between two devices or n des. This includes addressing, network organizationy routing, etc. This layer controls how data is exch nged betweeri different devices (nodes) on the network asd consists of three sub-layers.
  • MAC Media Access Layer
  • Transport Layer Controls message transfer, ensuring error-free communication betweea two wireless nodes. Use end user cannot influence this layer ' s inactions but the .results of ibis fever arc -visible.
  • the Z-Wave frotocol Application Layer defines which messages need, to be handled by specific applications in order to accoi.ftp.lish particular tasks such as switching a light or changing the teoiperatore of a heating device.
  • T e Home ID is the common identification of ail nodes belonging to one logical Z « Wave network, ft has a length of 4 bytes ⁇ 32 bits.
  • the Node ID is the address of a single node in the specific network.
  • [I BSJ Z- Wave networks include two basic types of devices: Controllers (de vices that control other Z-Wave devices) arid slaves i devices that are controlled by other Z-Wave devices).
  • Controllers de vices that control other Z-Wave devices
  • slaves i devices that are controlled by other Z-Wave devices.
  • Controllers are generally faeiory-p gra med with a fio e iD, that cannot be changed by the user.
  • Slaves generally do not have a preprogrammed Home ID as they take tire Home ID assigned to them by the network.
  • the primary controller i ncorporates other nodes into the network by assigning them its own Home ID, if a node accepts the Home ID of the primary controller this .node becomes part of the network.
  • the primary controller also assi ns an individual Node ID to each new device that is added to the network. Proper receipt of messages through the network is ensured because every command sent is acknowledged by the receiver which sends a return receipt to the sender.
  • the Z-Wave controller is able to build a table that has all inftmnatioi) about possible amuakatt H routes in a .network, A Z-Wave controller will attempt Itrsi to transmit its message directly to the destination. If this is not possible the controller will use its routing table to find the aext best way to the destination. The eon rtller can select up to three alternative rentes and will tr to send the message via these routes. Only if all three ro tes fail (the controller does not. receive an acknowledgement from the destination) the controller will report a failure.
  • the range for Z-Wave network devices is approximately 100 feet (30 m) assuming " pen air conditions, with nedoce range indoors depend! «g on building materials.
  • the Z-Wave radio uses the 868.42 MI I? SED Band (Eva3 ⁇ 4pe); the 9 ⁇ X) Mlfe IS band: 908 2 MHz (United Siairevr; 916 i l (Israel ⁇ ; 919.82 Mi l/ (Bong Kong); and 921.42 MHz
  • Tutnmg to Figure 1 shown is a block diagram of a VERY mesh network 100 incorporating AirTlubs and St»an:Node$,
  • the internet 1 10 and Internet backbone 1 0 provide a connection to an outside network via a .router 1 0 that has wireless capability 155.
  • the Air !ub 130 is connected to the router 150 either wirelessly (Wi-Fi, broadband) 135 or wired (Ethernet cable) 1.40 and
  • [90431 VERY operates using distributed intelligence, which leverages raesh topology 160 with on -hoard control logic to allow each Ss «af ;Node to act as a ourrocontrollet.
  • the mesh topology 160 allows mul iple paths of wireless communication between the Air; Hub and the transceivers that are incorporated in Smart:Nodes.
  • AinHuh 130 desire to communicate with device F 220, the Air;Hnh 130 can communicate wirelessly !
  • the AinMob 130 can instead mmunieate wirelessly 1 35 to device A .170 through wireless transceiver A 173, then communicate wirelessly to device D 200 through wireless transceiver D 205 and then communicate wirelessly to device F 220 through wireless transcei ver F 225, [0844] Based ⁇ « default or user- electable settings tiie Sm&rdNode ma perform discrete functions independently of the Air:Mob, This distributed, intelligence provide additional layer of safety against unsafe condit ons and potential equipment damage,
  • the Smart tbloc!es report a device state whenever "wakened” by the user, according to user-managed default settings, by specific command, or based on a user-roanaged data logging schedule.
  • odes ma incorporate data logging features. These are folly customizable by user and may include graphical data displays with graphs, bar ami pie charts. Historical data for users, vessels and devices (e.g. mn ipfe pomps) m y be displayed on screen or exported as MS Excel files (Axis, Axlsx) or conim -delin sited tiles ( Acsv), Data logging schedules may also override user- programtrsed device settings if the node equi es: device operation, to generate an a euraio reading. l3 ⁇ 4r example, an inactive um may be ctiva d briefly to collect water temperature data fern pipeline,
  • Nodes may include o.ndxsard energ management features that ma display battery charge state on a home/dashboard screen on a user's mobile device (or on the VERY web control p rtal). The user ma also receive text or email, alerts when battery charge state is critical, AinNodes ma be solar powered with 3 V. 500 mAh (CR3032) lithium ion (or 3.6V, 24 Ah (AA) uara-thiosyl chloride battery backup. The battery may function as primary power sonree indoor or i.o -appliance cabtnat. installations,
  • Nodes may also employ proprietary radio signal shielding technology (known herein as AinShield) to minimize signal attenuation and distortion creased by nearby metal objects (e.g. pump motors) in their operating environment
  • AinShield proprietary radio signal shielding technology
  • the VERY syst m ma also include a open API that allows home automation manufacturers and integrators to c rnea easily and inexpensively to t e system, wish so loss of control capabilities, it also includes modular s stem architecture that ensures ..network. and de ice communication compatibility with future RF ix3 « «.»tt «i.C2:ti n pro ocols.
  • FIG. 1 shown is a block diagram of a control system 200 far the VERY neiwk having internet .1 .10 and internet backbone 12(1 (or wireless internet backbone 1 15) mat provide g connection to an on tside network via rou er 150 that has wireless capability 1.55.
  • the AinMub .130 is connected to the router 150 either irelessly (Wi-Fi, broadband) 135 or wired (Ethemei cable) 140.
  • a use 's mobile device 270 may communicate wirelessly 275 to the wireless internet backbone ! 13 to provide the necessary control tusctiosality lor the VERY s stem..
  • the mobile device 270 ay operate as app or other software to perform control functions using rem te or distant control via the internet 110,
  • a control system 300 for the VER network having an Alnliub 130 thai is connected wirelessly (Wi-Fi f Bluetooth or broadband) 135 to the rest of the mesh network, (not shown), T3 ⁇ 4e Ai.r:Mub 1.30 is powered by a line voltage power supply 280.
  • a use 's mobile device 270 may comaiufikate wirelessly 275 to the AirHubT; wireless transceiver to provide the necessary control functionality for the VERY system.
  • the mobile device 270 may operate an app or other software to perform co rol .tactions for the YERV " system,
  • the AinHuh 130 deploys conunon RF comnumteabon protocols to ensure interopersbilay with m t home automation networks and devices, without, the need for special adapters or other hardware.
  • the AirTlub 130 m include a weatberiied enclosure that m y incorporate one or mom f the following features: compact waif-mounted, mdoorAxndoor NEMA 4/iP65 rating; 120V AC power supply, po i cable and plug; integrated rn voltage 3 ⁇ 4ad low voltage s 33 ⁇ 4e suppression; weathen ⁇ ed USB eoaneetor for c nn ction io mobile devices ami the like; weadserixed R.L4S .
  • msmbraae ot other typa of push b t ons for de ice pa
  • ag LED status lights or l si,aS:uis panel
  • too -ie s service access
  • the Air:Mub 130 ma be operated through a nura ' ber of eooftro!. modes, that ma incorporate one or more of th following: foll wifeless cornrnufneadons in-network Air:Nod s and devices eotsmonicste vi X-Wave protocol: other low- power AiriNode level protocol options (e.g. EnOeeas, 6LoWI : ⁇ ); Wi-Fi node level connectivity for Bridge:N ⁇ xles; network-level eome tivit via Wi-Fi, - Wave, Xigbee, Bluetooth ⁇ e.g.
  • Airdhib 130 may incor orated support far wired
  • 601 Fionware for the Air:l bib 130 may be updated over the web (with '"push” optsori), via broadband, Bluetooth (from a mobile device ), or via micro $B poo,
  • the A ' ir.Hub 130 may Include additional features such as s integrated air temperature sensor; integrated humidity sensor; real 'lone Clock with ittenieo based calibration: aad a GPS module to provide vessel location to GreenMax (described below) database for automatic utility identification.
  • FIG. 4A and 4B shown is a. from view and top view of a generic Air; Node 400.
  • AfoNodes m a class of fully wireless SmattrNodes that may be installed within the home or pool system to control and monitor she operation of various installed vessels, equipmen , and devices.
  • the Air: ode 4t ⁇ 0 includes wireless capability 405 so: (hat if can communicate with other components within the YE V network. I . ⁇ addition, firmware for the Air: ode 400 may be updated over the web rid the mesh network (with " wlT option), via Bluetooth (from a mobile device), or via micro USB port.
  • Node 400 includes & solar cell 430 lor power. As fully wireless devices. Asr.:Nodes 400 are generally battery-powered, aod/or solar-powered.
  • Air:Nodes 4 The t nctiorrs of Air: Nodes 4 )0 vary depending o» the nature of the task or function the specific Air: Node 400 performs.
  • -many Air: isdes 400 ar pi e-mou ted on a modular pipe bas (see AicBase below).
  • the Air:Node 400 may include an. LCD rneasumirsenl statos display 420 and a network inclusion button 410
  • Pipe-mounted versions of AinNodes 400 typically include a sensor probe 440 to monitor and measure physical characteristics of the fluid.
  • FIG. 5 shown is an apparatus 500 incorporating a gas or oil-tired heater 510 along with a line voltage power supply 530.
  • Aird ieat 520 a pool/spa heater/heat pump best exchanger control node, Ain!!ent 520 coimmtnieas.es wirelessly 525 wnh the remainder of the VERV network and may mount to the exterior of eat appliance cabinets.
  • Airf iesi 3 ⁇ 4ay include on board relay ' which, connects to an. appliance control circuit and may utilize energy- efiieien latching relay coils. Aird feat may attach to the outside or inside of a heating appliance cabinet at its low-voltage control eireim knockout, using a tool- free method,
  • J Airt!eai generally does not activate a heating appliance unless:
  • the paired pomp (default setting filter pomp) is activated, if the paired pum turns oil unexpectedly, the heat control deactivates after a u er-op eiiied interval Ollrematvs swttelf * lunetion&lity), even in absence of eonneetlvity to she Air; Hub; and
  • Air may inelnde an integrated air t m erature sensor to detect unsafe overheatin condition in heater cabinet (i ncluding gas heaters installations ⁇ -.,, which deacti vates equipmen and sends alert to user.
  • Integnned temperature sensors also control low temperature deactivation poim for nos-cofidensing heaters, litis safely feature will work even in the absence of connectivity let AirJ hrb,
  • AinHeat may be migrates! with the ambient air temperature sensor to eoftttol the deactivation point, (beat pump only applications) er a switchover point (heat pump 4 gas heater applications ⁇ , This energ -saving feature will work even in the absence of connectivity to AinHob
  • a r Heat may include a user optio to open/close the supplying zone p p control circuit based oft heat call status and flow state of pool pump, in condensation heaters, it may also include an optional surface water sensor (Air: ater) placed in condensate tray to detect and alert users to high condensate level [0076] Ahrfjeat m a s include mstalkhos instrceiloss specific to users heating e uipment
  • variable speed pool pump 620 shown is an apparatus 600 inehrdmg a. variable speed pool pump 620, a pum i ior 630, a vari able s e ⁇ drive 635 and a li ne voltage power supply 640, ⁇ variable speed ool pump controller ⁇ Air: VS ' P 61 , installs o the variable-speed drive of c mmon variable-speed pool pumps,
  • I &rs may create their own pump xpeed-b&sed operating rules (see SrimrtLogie below) or aceep: system default features, which m y melode .automatic pomp priming, mode, automatic filter backwash mode, or Green ax energ -saving mode (see below),
  • the graphical user control inte face may include touch-sensitive dials for pump speed eostroi, with a user-selecta le eonfroi resolution, as well as display of pump speed in r,p,m, (revolutions per minute) or percentage of ma imum.
  • the VERY system may also w>t& parap-specifk information, in its database, including OEM control parameters and OEM periornmnee data. D fault data logging nt rval tor ibis node may be every fifteen minutes,
  • Air:Temp:i jO which is a water temperature sensor node
  • a standard sensor will, be thermistor- based w th opiioual high-accuracy platinum RTD sensors (for therap spa and other critical eesrroi applications).
  • the Air:Ten:ip:ILO m include defeuh. logging intervals ⁇ thai nary be overridden by user) under a schedule such as the following:
  • n xt example of an AkrNode is art auxiliary air temperature, sensor (AirfleropAir).
  • a default air temperature sensor may be located in the Air; Huh enclosur with a default logging interval at every hour, Depending upon silo- specific condition accuracy of sotno air temperature readings iadud ftg those at Air lrsb may be adversely affected by location. Therefore, users can select any specific Airf ode to read system default air temp, or as average of readings from multiple user-selectable Aio odes.
  • die AirfiempAk may include user-selectable low or high tent seraiure control safety, nd alert functions to be configured, for example, as a freeze protection device.
  • Asothet .example of a AtnNode is fluid (typically water) pressure sensor, which, may be p peononnted, poiuporfounf d, or filteronounted. It displays digital pressure reading in user-selectable units upon actuation of a membrane botton ors its body or a re-mole trigger, 'The
  • a separate version for filter- and pamp-mouotmg may include a W " MPT inount for indtmry-sinndard filter analog gauge replacement and 1 ⁇ 4" ⁇ ' outlet (pluggable) that allows installation of auxiliary analog gauge.
  • Default logging interval .for these sensors may be every hoar. Users ma ptogmm discrete actions or accept system defaults, including safety functions, to occur upon reaching user-selectable or default pressure limits, e.g. turning off a pump when dangerous pressure is detected,
  • VACUUM SENSORS [00911] Another example of an Alr;Node Is a vacuum gau e, wh ch may be pipe- mounted, p anp-moumed, or .fif.term:iounted. it displays .digital v cuum reading in.
  • nser-selectahie nHs upon actuation of a mm&mm button n m bod or a ret ote trigger The plpe-mouniable ersi n mates with an Air:Base m dular pipe base, A separate version for titer- and putnp-s3 ⁇ 4>imti:ng may inclu e a MPT mount for industry-standard filter analog gauge replacement and W ⁇ outlet
  • Default logging interval for these sensors may be every tou . Users may program discrete actions or accept system defaults, including safety functions, to occur upon reaching user- selectable or default vacuum limits, eg, turning off a ump or sounding a safety alarm when dangerous vacuum in a sucti n pipelin is detected.
  • AirNode i a flow sensor (AinPlo ).
  • wh ch may be a paddledype self-powered sensor or may operate on solar/battery power, and may mate with Air;
  • Base modular pipe base it displays dig tal flow reading in user-selectable units upon actuation of a membrane button on it body or a remoie trigger.
  • Default logging for this sensor may be every thirty minutes. Users may program discrete actions or accept system defaults, secluding safety functions, to occur upon teaching user- selectable or default flo limits, e.g. unmn off a.
  • the VER V system may also store such equipment-specific flow rates in its database, for example, if the minimum flow rate for gas heater fails to be met, then a usef-pirsgraffimed or system default action m y be to increase die pump s eed causing an increase in Sow. to prevent a dangerous overheating condition,
  • AinNode is a fluid level sensor (Air:Level), This is intended for water level sensing and control and for chemical tank applications and the like,
  • the fluid sensor may include contact and non-coutaci versions.
  • the fluid sensor ay include dedicated brackets and mountings for 1 ⁇ Stilling well mourn: 2 ⁇ interna! (to poo! v ssel wall) coi»b»>att « « (overilow/leve!. sensing) fitting; 3) externa! ( poo! vessel wail) deck-level, c mbination (overfio /ieve! sensin ) lilting; 4 ⁇ vnou «t far sumdan!
  • pool ski «mte.R>; 5) task top m nnt (for thin nd thick wall); 6 . ) s nk (inside) side mount (lot shin aad ihiek alls; d tank (ousside) skie i-aoimt (non-eorttaet, thin wall),
  • the Chad level sensor may Include ari us, functional types in ludin a conductivity fluid level sensor ⁇ Air i evef a s. which ro des an inexpensive sir ⁇ ie -point c ntact solntion nil has medetam precision for simple 'Mill oiily" pool/spa. applications. Is may instead be an optical fluid level sensor
  • si may instead be m idnrasoale iluid sens r (Ait:Le vekUi which is mul dpoini, precision nomeou aet solution, primarily for surge vessel applications.
  • a user selects via software discrete control actions (start/stop equipmera, fii!Ainmp a vessel, create an alert, etcj at any waier level ⁇ 1 ⁇ 2 ultrasonic sensor has; a low-profile form factor, minima!
  • Ain ode is a rain sensor (Air;Rain ⁇ , which may mate with AtcBase, Default logging for this sensor may be every hour. Overs may program discrete actions or accept system defaults, to occur upon teac ing user- selectable or default rai accumidatios or rate limits, eg, locking out a fill valve for a user-selected, or system default time period following a rain accumulation of a Inches.
  • Ain ode is a wind speed sensor (Ad-Wind), which may mate with AinBa.se and be semi-setf-powered by wind energy or may operate on soiar/battery power. It displays digital wind speed reading in user- selectable aaits upon ac uation of a membrane button on its body or a. remote trigger. Default logging for thi sensor may he every hour. Users may program discrete actions or accept system defaults, to occur upon wind speed reaching user-selectable or system defau t limits, e.g. shutting off a fountain or water feature pump hen wind speed exceeds the limit
  • Air:Node Is an oxidation reduction potential sensor (AsnOKP), which .may mate wi AirBase. it displays ORE reading npen actuation of a membrane button on its body or a remote trigger. Default logging for thi sensor may be every hour. Users way program discrete actions or accept system . defaults, to occur ORP wadin talis below or exceeds user-selectable or system default limits, e.g. turning a .chemical feed pump on or off (such actions may he integrated into the WaierJk ss water quality management .system described below), or sending a text or email alert to service personnel,
  • Air:Node is a pfi sensor (Ai?;pffi, which may mate with Air: Base, it displays digital pH reading upon .actuation of a membrane button on its body or a remote trigger. Default logging for this sensor may be every six hours, e s may progfarn iscrete actions or accept system defaults, to occur when pit reading Mis below r exceeds us r- electable or system, default limits, e.g.
  • tamin a chemical feed pump on or off (such act on may be imegraled into the Water; Boss water quality .management system described below), sending a t xt or email alert, to service monne!, or shutting off pump to prevent equipment danmg e (e.g. to a copper heat exchanger with low-pM water running through it).
  • Ain otle is a saimity serssor (AirSalO. whic may m&tts wit AirtBase. f displays digital salinity reading in user-selectable units upou actuation of a membrane butscm on its body or a reasote trigger.
  • AirSalO. whic may m&tts wit AirtBase.
  • f displays digital salinity reading in user-selectable units upou actuation of a membrane butscm on its body or a reasote trigger.
  • Default logging for this sensor may be every 12 hours, Users may program, discrete actions or accept system defaults, to occur when salinity reading falls belo or exceeds user-selectable or system default: Hraits, e.g. deactivating an electrolytic ceil when salinity talis below the set limiL or sending a te t or erftail alert to service personnel
  • a Node is a twhidity sensor (AfcTwb), which may mate with As.riBa.se, It displays digital turbidity .reading in m t- selectable units upon aetn&tiou of membrane button on ts body or a remote trigger.
  • User* may program discrete actions or accept system defaults, to occur when ts.irbidi.ty reading talis below or exceeds user-selectable or system ⁇ a «.lt.
  • deactivating an automatic backwash cycle or deactivating niter pump in manual systems
  • deactivating niter pump in manual systems after user- selectable interval (def ult setting ma be fifteen seconds ⁇ of clear water detected in backwash pipeline, or sending a text or e il alert to service personHcl
  • the default logging iaisrvai in backwash application may be every second f «rmg filter backwash, or never, in other applications, the default logging interval may be every twelv hours.
  • UV UGH r SENSOR [0W13I Another e ample of Air.Node is a OV light seizor (Ak:UV ⁇ 4 wbkh. tmy mate with Airdiase. It. displays digital UV output level readiug upon, actuation of a nsemhrase bmto.p on its body or a r m te trigger. Default logging tor this senso may ho every twenty-feur hours. Users may program discrete actions or accept system defaults, to occur whea -output rea ng falls below user-selectable or syst m default limits, e.g. deactivating a UV disinfection lamp or system when out ut level fells below 40 ml/era* (or other nser-conBgurabie setting), o seaddig a. text alert to service personseL
  • AlnNode is an electrical current sensor (Airduiee).
  • line-voltage electrical eurreat sens rs may be used with GreenMax energy- saving a lications, described below and with safety--vaem:irs release system punrp control and other safety functions.
  • Thi node may fee installed on a pump motor (or other apphasee) hous n , on s electrical supply panel, or on a surface-mounted electrical device or junction bos. Default loggin interval hit these sensors may he every h r.
  • Air.Nodes include safety or alarm sensors such its lor sn:it3 ⁇ 4e eatbon monoxide (Air:CO), ambien mens (AinOO, nat rai ET ⁇ l (propane) gas (mounted at bead of propane lank, and/or near heating appliance) (AioOas) or humidity (via hygrometer) (Ak:r ' H).
  • FIG. ? shown a par t s 700 including inflow pipe 705, as outflow pipe 730 and as irrigatio valve ? 1.0 situated between ifrern. Also include is as irrigation valve actuate* r/soknoW control, node i ir: oid) 73d, which may be powered by as integral sokt/battery 0.4,8 V i Ah lithium polymer) pack, AirNoid 720 directly fits common valves sold to the irrigation industry. Versions tmy also feature remote solar ceils capable of mourning to a valve box lid or a post. AircNoid 720 communicates wirelessly 725 with the remainder of the VERY n3 ⁇ 4iwotk.
  • the tKtoaior/soienoid in the irrigation val e 710 may nclude a visual position .indicator, manual override and a latching low-power DC ay thai minh.msr.es energy consumpti and extends sol oid life,
  • niq e nature of ibis wireless solenoid actuator pparatus TOO includes sis capability to operate in a. wireless selling without dedicated or proprieta y control hardware.
  • AtrrNode as autom tic pool eoves * position sensor (AirtCover), whi h may be used to deiemiine th state of a pool cover or the location of Its leading edge, This may be powered by a solar/battery (14.8 V71 Ah lithium pol mer) pack. Users may program discrete actions or accept system defaults, t occur based on the cover state, e,g. deactivating a water feature if a closed at partially closed cover interferes with its flow, or automatically opening or dosing based on a comparison of water iempetaujte, ambient air temperature, and set point, water tem e atur (for ex&mple).
  • the cover could be in a safely lock, out: mode (in tiie open state) -until the- resulting system safety alert is cleared, Users may also r ram alarms and text or errsaii alerts, for cover .slate tor security and/or safety purposes.
  • the graphical user control interface may include touch-sens itiye slides lot cover position control with a user-selectable contn i resofetiots, as well as a graphical display of cover position or percentage of maximum open/closed, 100122] 21 .
  • AinNode is a '"spa-side " remote control device, which may be used to monitor and control various functions in the aquatic system, and serve as art auxiliary control point.
  • t is powered by 3 ⁇ 4 solar/battery ( 14,8 V/i Ah lithium polymer) pack, has a touch-screen interface and waterproof to 6 feet of depth. It. may be waterproof and be handheld or stored in. an uraler- deck disc king station.
  • CHILD SAFETY NODES [Oil 25] ⁇ !» e ample of Air.Nodes are child-safety nodes, which perform the function of cresting an eleeimaie barrier arotmd the pool to prevent emwanted entry i»to the pool andAs pool area.
  • Embodiments may include: 1.) a collection of Air: odes thai use assive infrared (PiR) sensors to estate a barrier or geoi ace; 2) & collection of Ain odes that use a photodeieeiof a ray to create a barrier or geoieace: 3) a collection of AinNodes ih&l ificltrdes a pool-sid water displacement sensor and alarm; and 4) a collection of Ain odes that use passive infrared (FIR) sensor to provide individual poiiudoea iorj or range detection.
  • FIR passive infrared
  • FIG. 8A shown a fixture 800 with an underwater ligfct S.I2 in the pnacess of being installed via a plaster ring 805 ir o the pool wall 82b.
  • FIG 80 shown a fixture 802 with an underwater light 812 installed into .finished he pool wall 825 via the piaster bag 805, The future includes a control aode Air..LED 8.10, which monitors and controls the underwater light 812 aad eourara.nicat.es wireiessly 815 with the V.ERV netwo.it.
  • the fixture may have niche - less design an a low aesthetic and/or physios! profile.
  • the underwater fixture may include wat rp ofing .features am! be configured to alert the VERY -system when the light malfunctions.
  • AirNotie is a total alkalinity sensor (Ai.r:TA , which may mate with Air;Baae. it display ⁇ reading upon ctuati n of is membrane button on its body or a remote trigger. Default logging tor this sensor ma be every sis: boars. Users m y pro ram discrete actions or accept system defaults, to occur whe TA . reading falls below or exceeds uses-selectable or system default limits, e.g. turning a chemical Iced pamp on or off (such actions may be: Integrated mto the Water:Boss water quality mana ement system deseri bed. below), or sending a test or email alert, to service personnel..
  • TA total alkalinity sensor
  • Ai Node Another example of Ai Node is a. total dissolved solids (Ait:TDSy which ma mate wit AinBase. ft displays digital TDS reading upon actuation, of a otembraae bsttoa on its bod or a remote trigger. Default logging for this s nsot may be every twenty-four h mrs. Users may prograui discrete aeuorss or accept s stem defaults, so occur when total dissolved solids reading fails below or exceeds user-selectable or system delimit limits, e.g. turning a chemical, feed pump os or off (suelracdons may be integrated into the WatenBoss water quality mar sgemeni system described below), or seralm a text or email alert to service personnel,
  • Ain ode is a total dissolved solsds ⁇ AinHardCal), which may t»ate vs?Uh Air:Base. .ft displays digital c&l ' ekim hardness reading upon actuation, of membrane button on its body or a remot trigger. Default laggin for thi sens may be every twenty-four hours.. La e may program discrete actions or accept system elimi s, to occur when calcium hardness reading talis be ow or exceeds aser-selectahle or s st m default limits, e.g. turning a chemical feed ⁇ o.n or off (such actions ay be integrated into the WiUenBoss water quality management system described below), or sending a tes t or email alert to service personnel,
  • AinPhos total dissolved solids
  • 1.1 displays dig tal phosphate reading upan actuation, of a raeumrarse but on on its body or a remote trigger.
  • Default loggi ng for this sensor may be every tmmty-ibur hows.
  • Users may program di crete actions or accept sys em defaults, to occur when phosphate reading fails below or exceeds user-select able or s stem default limits. e,g, turning & chemical feed pump OH or off (such actions may be integrated into the WatecBoss water quality manaj emeut system described below), or sending a test or email alert to service personnel.
  • Ain ode Is a carbon monoxide sensor (A.ir;CO), whic may mate with AirBase, have a wail, mount, or an appliance mount Users may program discrete actions or accept system defaults, to occur when CO reading exceeds system limits, e.g, deactivating a fas-fired heater, souading m safety alarm, or sendin a text or email, alert to service personnel.
  • CO carbon monoxide sensor
  • AinNode is m ambient .
  • t sensor (AkQr ' which may mate with AlnBase, have a. wall ' mourn., or an appliance mount. Users may program discrete actions or accept system defaults, to occur when.0 ; 3 ⁇ 4 re ing exceeds system limits, e.g, deactivating aft omnt- generator, sounding a» salety alarm, or sending a text or em il alert to service personnel
  • Air.Node is a fuel, gas (aatuml gas or IPG) sensor i ' Air;Gas ⁇ :! which may mate with AirBase. have a wail mount or an appliance mount. An LEG versio may also be mounted at the head of a fuel tank, Uses* may program discrete actions or accept system tieiauiis, o occur whets atnhiem: gas reading exc eds ystem limits, eg, deactivating a gas-dXred heater, sounding an safely alarm, or sending a est er ma l alert to service personnel, 100144] 32.
  • Oi Sj Another example of Ak;Node is a relative htu idt y serssor (Air:rB), which may male with AmBase, have a wall mount, or an appliance moant.
  • Use s may program discrete action or accept system detanks, to occur when rfl reading exceeds escn-sefectah!e or system limits, e.g. deactivating an ozone generator, activating a chemical lend pump (such actions may be integrated into the WatertBoss water quality management system described below), activate an air cond tioning (HVAQ system (indoor installations), or sending a text or email alert, to service personnel.
  • HVACQ air cond tioning
  • Ain ode is a valve actuator/solenoid (AinOhoreo) designed to wirekssly control a i;hot3 ⁇ 4o$wsieh nmnuiaeinred. by Crystal This may be powered by a solar battery (14 V/ l. Ah lithi um polymer pack ⁇ and may include a latching to -pow «r DC relay that mirhndzes energy consumption and extends solenoid life, This node is designed for continuous submersion wh le directly mounted to a ClhoreoSwiie for its intended application i architectural or decorative fountains.
  • the fea ures of this valve actuator may include an external radio antenna that pierces the water plane,
  • FIG. 9A shown is a hutterilly valve actuator (AinTtnreB), another example of AinNode.
  • Figure 9 ⁇ shows an apparatus 838 including a hotier y valve 830 which is cont.rolSed by control node 835
  • AinlurafB 720 communicates wirelessly S40 with the remainder of the VERY network, and is designed for direct mounting on standard ISO butterfly valve actuator mourns.
  • [OWSil 3 ⁇ 4 actuator $35. may be powered by a sol r ceil and/or a battery and s clsid a I.)C servo aiofor or stepp r motor an controller w/ 0,9* resohnion.
  • the features of this pool valve ctu tor 835 * «av include a visital (analog) position indicate; manual toggle s itch, manu l (power off) override and a push-to - display button, thai activates a digital LCD posit o indicator that confirms actual. pf.isi.doo in degrees, '
  • the actuator 835 may include an optional vibration- powered m d l that employs a piezoelectric cantilever to power the actuator.
  • FIG. 7 A shows an apparatus 870 including a staadatxi pool d erter valve 882 which is controlled by control node 878
  • AinTuxn installed in a PVC pipeline 880.
  • Ain ' i urn 878 commonthicates wirelessly 876 with the remainder of the V R.V network and is designed lor direct mounting on standar pool industry diverter valves.
  • the actuator 878 may be powered, by a solar, ceil. 874 arai or a battery (14.8 V71 Ah lithium, polymer pack) arid include a DC servo motor or stepper motor and controller w7 fj v 9 * svsolim ' on.
  • the Statures of thi pool valve actuator 878 may include a visual ⁇ analog ⁇ position indicator 875, manual toggle switch, mamta! (power oil) override mi a pusir-to-display bail rs 884 that activates a digital LCD posi tion indicator 872 that co rnts actual position in degrees.
  • This pool valve actuator 878 eliminates the need lor micro switches and adjustment cams and includes a gearbox designed for maximum efficiency.
  • the actuator 8 8 .ma includ an optional vitotioa-po exed model tliat employs a piezoelectric cantilever to power the actuator.
  • Bridge Nodes are divided into three distinct classes 890:
  • ode fam may include several types including: a general-purpose low-voltage AC) relay node (Bridge;Relay;24A); a general-purpose low-voltage DO relay node (Bridge: Relay ;24I>); a generai-pimaose low-voltage DO latchin relay node (Bridge:Relay;24D;Lateh ⁇ : a general purpose line- voltage (120V) relay a d* (I dge;Reiay; l20A); a Ime-vo ge (129Y) power relay aode ated for 12.5 A.
  • a general-purpose low-voltage AC) relay node Bridge;Relay;24A
  • DO relay node Bridge: Relay ;24I>
  • a generai-pimaose low-voltage DO latchin relay node Bridge:Relay;24D;Lateh ⁇ : a general purpose line- voltage (120V) relay a d* (I dge;
  • resistive loads or inductive loads may generally include line- and low- oltage solid- state relays.
  • M mk >v is sed herein as an omnibus terra . denoting any electrically-operated switch, and is intended to include all types of relays, iaeieditig without limitation, solid-state relays, eieetroineehanical relays, safety (e.g.
  • odes may be updated over the web and die mesh, • aeiwosk (with "push” option), via Bluetooth, or via iero USB po «.
  • Imiversai Btidge:No ⁇ ies 8 1 may take on. ne or more of the following examples.
  • the first example ot a Universal Brklge:Node 891 is a general purpose, self-contained relay node platform (Bridge: UnirUno) capable of switching one iine- iiage or low-voltage load of various types, based on she mating BrkigerReky selected and installed.
  • Bridge: Unc ' Uno nodes may typically mount directly in or oa the- controlled device or appliance.
  • An application example may include a Bridge :U :UiK> .mounted to the inside or outside of a pool/spa healer/heat pump cabinet, for beater (or chiller) eoaimi.
  • a Bridge:U «i;U «o iaay bo mourned to a zo t or a 3 ⁇ 4.
  • me pump rela enclosure, lix each, case, power .for the i:kkige;ihri:D.no is provided by c nus lm to the power or control circuit of the moiirtted device or
  • Bridge:Node 891 platforms may share common features including: a total of twenty enclosure fcnoofcouts (ti to four su l ircuits, plus up to s xteen load circuits); E Wire terminal stnpe for both supply and load conductor wiring (ine.hsdi.ng neutral conductor busbars), eliminate the use of wire outs, speed installation, and enhance wi e m na emen , service, and troubleshooting; compact enclosures with E A. /1P65 ratings; mounting kits for wall mounting ant! stake pole osooob g,
  • each of the four (4) relay sockets on a busbar may each support a 6.25A load capacity, totaling the 25A total load capacity of that .h&shar.
  • the modular socket architecture of the Bridge Uni :H ma permit the installation of wireless B.rldge;Re!ay;Nodes of varying voltages (120VAC, 240V AC nominal) and skes (6A, . ( 25A).
  • a 240V AC Bridge:Rc3ay:Nod ⁇ a may plug into sockets connected across two : supply has.ba «s « with each connected busbar connected in turn to a single conductor m a 240VAC supply circuit.
  • betweep arse and f ur 120VAC Brk!ge:Relay:Notfes rated for 6 ⁇ may plu inw individual sockets connected o a single busbar (copsected to a single conductor in !2QVAO supply circuit ⁇ , thereby providing wireless control of one to four end d vice loads on a single supply circuit.
  • a 1 0V AC Brnlge:Relay:Node rated for 12.5A may plug into a single socket co rected to a s ngle us a , asd physically block access to an adjacent socket on the same busbar, t ereby precluding accidental overloading of the circuit.
  • the EZWire tem nal blocks of the Brklge ins :H may also irseoi osratc wiring terminals I neutral conductors (1.20V AC circuits s that connect to a neutral bnsbar;
  • Bridge: Oa :L is -design d to control .low-voltage device toads, with some architectural simila ity with a common low-voltage ni.ultbt.ap transformer for landscape lighting.
  • Each Bridged ni:L may contain one or more voltage transformers with 120 VAC input/ 12VAC output, (nominal), ich may be of the oroidai core type.
  • Four (4) low-voltage (12V AO nominal) supply busbars each • may incorporate four (4) relay sockets that urate with pluggable
  • Each supply voltage busbar may be sated hit 12V AC (uominai) and a 12C ) W (watt) total load, or a total Node load capacity of 48Q0W ⁇ wad).
  • each of the four (4) relay sockets on a busbar may each support a 30 W load capacity, totaling the 12QQW total load capacity of that busb r.
  • the modular socket architecture of the Bridge: U»i:.tl may permit the installation of lkidge:Relay:Nodes of varying voltages ( 12 VAC, 24V AO nominal) and sizes (IW to 300W).
  • a 24V AO .Bridge;Rclay:Node may plug into sockets connected across two supply busbars, each connected busbar connected to a single 1.2V transformer output.
  • bet een one and four I2YAC (nominal) i dge:Relay:Nodes m&$ for 30QW may pleg m wdivid l sockets connected to a ngle busbar, thereb pK>vkli «g iieless c fiSiol of one.
  • four nd device loads oa a single busbar.
  • a 13V AC Bridge:ReIay ode rated for 600W may plug int a single socket onneeted k> a si gle; busbar, i physically block access to as adjacent socket ⁇ >n. tbe same busbar, thereby precluding accidental overloading of the circuit.
  • each load-side wiring poi nt of the BZWire terminal blocks m the Bridge:! M ;H may also incorporate tlrree-pio sockets that mate wish connecter plugs ccmrraoa to S e power supply cables found on standard pool industry 2 VAC valve actuators i ' F s).
  • L ma be identical to one halt of a Bridge: Urn ;!L an the other half of the BrklgedJnkH/L identical to one half of a B «dge:t :L, Confident y a Bridge; IM:I:t/L node x y be used to connect and wireicssfy control up to eight (8) line-voltage load devices and up io eight (8) low- voltage load devices.
  • a snore economical, single- Node Center/enclosure solution may be. provided for osetx requiring a modest quantity of mix d- voltage device loads,
  • odes 892 are each designed to retrofit into existitig enclosures and junction boxes, like Uni versal Bridge;Nodea 8 1 (above), their control functions are dcu ⁇ oxfned fey the type of wireless Bridge:Relay:Nodes selected and installed in them. Retrofit Brk!g «:N ⁇ x «s 892 may take on one or more of fee following exam les.
  • the second example of a Retrofit Biidge- ode 892 ptof r , the BridgerRetnxjbox, Is a dedtcated-pmpose node platform designed to retrofit, onto the base of existing, co vtrnon underwater pool light junction boxes, it. incorporates a siagle Bridge:i3 ⁇ 4lay:Node socket to control one or more underwater pool lights connected to a single control circuit.
  • a Bridj e:.Reky:Node of appropriate sixe and type is installed based on tlx Installed lighting load,
  • Retrofit Bridge ode 892 platform, the Bfidge;Retro: €loek, Is a general-piupose node piaifomv designed to retrofit into existing, common eleetrorneelxmicaS iisx control enclosures (e.g. iniermatie 2 " l2xxxGA series). Like the original electromechanical .
  • Retrofit Brk%e Node 892 platform
  • Bridge Nodes of the app priate sixe and. type, based on the installed device load and type. For example, for a typical residential "pool/spa cerebhmtion" system.
  • Bridge; Relay; Nodes ma be installed to control a shared filtration pump or separate filtration pumps, a shared heater or separate heaters, u derwater lighting . for each vessel, landscape Mgfamg, valve rotations for filtration, switchover or water features, a. pool cleaner booster pump, etc.
  • Dedicated BridgerBetrotNode platforms may be provided for each of three comm n residential pool automation systems manufociofed by Zodiac
  • the third «xajj3 ⁇ 4>I of a Dedicated t1 ⁇ 4ige:Node, BridgeiVF - is a node that incorporates a variable frequency drive ( Vol ) ? that connects to an powers standard aquatic pmnps of various iypes and fomtioas. Versions may include the common single-phase inpinV hree -phase output (1 Pll in/3 Pil out) eonhgutat n as well as single-phase mput ngle-phase output ( I Pi!
  • in/I PJ-1 out and three-phase input/three phase output (3 Pll in/3 Pll out) configurations it may include safety vacuum release CSVF), power cofidtiiorang and equipment, prmecrier; features, and multiple pump control mtxies including those based on pump speed, power consuurptios, electrical current, torque, fluid How or pressure. Users tnay use one or more of these control modes n custom Smarti.r gie control schema in order to program discrete ct ns, s feguard users or equipment, wd wM alarms, or send text or email alerts. It may also include a compact, all- u !isrt d, indo rAsiitd or enclosure with NBMA 4/IPftS rating.
  • the .fourth example of a Dedicated BngetNode, Bridge:C3 ⁇ 4Gen is it node dedicated to the control and m nit ring of common chlorine enerate- A sel kxmtamed node that mounts on the exterior of a wgll-mountetl chlori e- generator controi enclosure, Bri ge: €3 ⁇ 4Gen .may connect to, asd derive power from, either the power and/or the control circuit of the chlorine generator, Co rol capability .may be achieved by direct conaeaios to she cojitroi circuit of the ⁇ . h!- >rl ⁇ 3 ⁇ 4. ⁇ generator.
  • Tte filth md imal exam le of a Dedicated Bridge-Node m I dgeJhox is la all respects identical to the node Bri:dge;Be?.ro;jbos. above, except that instead of moundng an existing cnderwater lighting junetk box, it is supplie with Its owrj base, for aew installations.
  • ersion It may come in several ersion b sed upon map.ber of conduits mBor Sight fixtures (hmimahes) connected to it, for example: a ersion to connect a singl supply circuit to a single luminaite; a version to connect, oae or tw supply circuits to one or two Imuinatres; or a version to connect, one to .four -s p l circuits to one to four vaufosires, A Bridge; jbox. node may derive its power from t e su ply circuits that it connects.
  • FIG. 11 A shown h a a atus 900 of a single Air: Base 9 Ilk, hic is de i ned with modular a:rehi ec m.: allowing H to mate with all pipe-mounted Air; erfes in the VERY e s r iamOy.
  • the Air:Base is rnouored so as a PVC pj.p - 905 goes through it
  • the pipe 905 may be made of any suitable, material.
  • the AinBasc 910a includes a spirit level 920 and a bore 915 to receive a sensor probe (the latter an .integral pari of a matiag AinNode).
  • FIG. j .IB shown is a apparatus 950 including rnuldple AirJBases 9.10b, 910 , 9!Qd ganged baek-to-baek ; without limit on a sin le pipe 905.
  • Airr ase is useful because many aquatic equipment installations require multiple pipeline-based readings (e.g, S ' low, pressure, temperature, pH) and it provides a fast, universal mounting method for installing mi !ipie, -different AinNodes to provide streh readings.
  • pipeline-based readings e.g, S ' low, pressure, temperature, pH
  • Optional vibration-powere version employs piezoelectric cantilever w power attached AirNode; Molded registration tabs ensure thai ganged Ak: Bases self- align during installation; battery com ortment accessible from top or side allows battery replacement without pipeline shutdown; end cam -operated sens r
  • Air:8ases may be constructed in stan ardiz d fashion to be ensu e mating wish ail wireless nodes in the system.
  • Serrsor bodie may sn p in. place and ma he secured by a single eam -ojserated clamp that may he adjustable.
  • a water sea! including a silicone lining, or elastomer O-rirsg or gasket af. the base of s ns r probe may be used.
  • FIG. 12A Turing to figures 12 A and 128, shown is an automatic pool cover used for aquatic vessels that is an additional feature of the VERY system.
  • Figure 1.2 ⁇ shows an automatic pool cover drive system 1.200 with a drive bracket .1210 and a cover drum 1215.
  • the drive motor .1204 is i nterposed within the cover drum 1215, connected to the drive hrackei 121. () and powered by a power cord. 1212.
  • " D e control node Af.r; ver: )rive .1202 monitors and controls the.
  • FIG. 12B shows as automatic pool cover drive system with dri e bracket amov d, revealing a gearbox, 1252 and a ring sear 1.2S5 that oaechanioady dri ve the pool cover (not shown),
  • ' 08203 . 1 t3 ⁇ 4asures of the pool cover may include the use of a. vfer/ara id - nainforced cover (with a transparent option to enhance sa&ty), 1 ' he cover ma include an ultra-compact drive system consistin of separate d plo ment and retractions drive s stems. The cover ma he deployed by small electric trustors, with elastomer wheels on an enclosed aluntinom track, o with pinion gears engaged in a geared aiurainons rack/track.
  • Another embo im nt may include a magnetic dri ve linear motor smegrakxl in a modular enclosed track or magnet way.
  • the leading edge of the cover would attach directly t the slider/coil assembly.
  • the col! assembly may be incorporated is the stationary track, and the slider -ma eoatain the magnets.
  • the cover may lestsre wi eless position and/or motion- sensing components at each end of the leading edge to control reimas n .and dcploymenT speed and maintain leading edge perpendicularity.
  • the cover may mature a lightwei ht, low-profile carbon flbei/epoxy composite leading edge.
  • Th cover ma be retracted via a EH" eSeeihe motor and gearbox tuouni eoneentneaiiy inside a 1 ⁇ 2rge Uat»eie.r cover drum with an end-mounted mieroal ring gear temUing i art industry- leading m.lnmtal-esien$;ion cover vauk,C'Vau. extension” is an mdastry-speeific dimension esc ibing the amount of clearance reo,uired .for the drive system within an.
  • aotocover vault measured ftom the inside plane of the vessel wail -perpendicular to the cover vault, to the inside of the nearest vault wall parallel to the same vessel wall Standard industry au t extension dimensions are thirty Inches (3 ⁇ . ) on the side of the vaali camm n the dri ve system, and tw lve inches ⁇ 2 ⁇ ') on the non-drive side of the vault.
  • Another embodiment of the retraction drive system may include a sm all -diameter cover drum connected directly to a large-diameter dri ve wheel with an external ring gear engaged and powered by one or more, small electric, hydraulic or other type motors arrayed extem&liy about the cimumferenee of the dri ve wheel/gear, and oriented with their shafts parallel to the cover drum.
  • a YBRV control application may also provide graphic representation and display of s e e centage of the open/closed of cover position,
  • the VERV system includes multiple software ft otions to ensure she proper and efficient operadoa-of the hardware a>.mpone «ts within a tmirled systeni,
  • j VERV software includes native c ntr l apps for popular mobile device platforms (iOS, Android), Web control application for PC's, support for voice-activated commands for iOS device users vi SmProxy, aad Android users via Voice Across. Email or text alerts about oai-of-mnge coftciniorss can automatically be sent to homeowners or service personnel
  • the software uses objeoia>rmsied ardttteeUafe that allows user to control very high number of vessels and Smar odex (up to 232 total per network on Z--Wave) and to control se access to selected components, features, and functionality.
  • the VE s stem may include
  • control dashboards and other display settings e.g. measure units, skins
  • a User may be identified by login or device ID, and VERY automatically displays user ' s custom dashboards and settings.
  • Profiles can be shared with other network users.
  • Users may also create multiple Scene ieoUecuons of equipment and Smarc ode states ⁇ arid store there in their rise Profiles, Scenes .may activate/deactivate oru pfo devices w th a single touch.
  • Scenes may activate/deactivate oru pfo devices w th a single touch.
  • the VERY system compares the Scene to the currently running programs and prompts user to accept ail changes as a group, or retain selected oouspaum; states,
  • VERY may also learn user behavior and prompt user to accept safety-, energy-efficiency-, or convenience-enhancing changes to their Profile and Scenes.
  • he VER V software- may inc ude time programming based on system default or user-created time schedule, with range options .for selected months of the year, entire week, weekdays only, weekends only, or specific days of week, Ua!iuui d number of seasonal programs may be catered per calendar year.
  • Seasonal programs . may be fully customizable (e.g. start and finish dates. included e uipment, parameters).
  • Program, ras time .for ny quipment ma e automaticall modifi d based on aoy environmental parameter monitored by a Sm r ode (e.g.
  • Programs i y be temporarily arcfei ved tar s user- selectable time iniorvai or permanently deleted and include antootatie pfograta conflict, detection.
  • Charsge l,og record all program and settings changes made by individual users. Calendar view (anmial, mortihly, weekly, daily) allow user to graphically fevie progra ndsg and highlights conflicts. All system efaults may be overridden by admin-level user.
  • Program templates- ma be copied, and pasted across networks wirelessly via mobile device (Wi-Fi, broadband,
  • Smart ;Node:Boss allows user to configure reminders (via email, test, or in ⁇ app) of equipment or S.n.sart: ode state.
  • Equipment Manager automatically prompts user to set duration of ' activation (help t prevent user forgetting to turn equipment off).
  • interlockdioss allows user to sim ly configure all equipiuerd interlocks from a single dashboard screen.
  • VBRV software s st m includes full net c-rfcdevel
  • VBRV Customization allows HAN OEMs, dealers and integrators to program custom home-wide functions, Mly integrate VBRV Snrart: odes into the HA , and provide a seamless UX to their c s omers.
  • VBRV Customization allows HAN OEMs, dealers and integrators to program custom home-wide functions, Mly integrate VBRV Snrart: odes into the HA , and provide a seamless UX to their c s omers.
  • Integration Services t VC'IS provides turn-key software integration for BAN OBMs.
  • ' lite VERY software system also includes semi-automatic node- level C'dowastteam'') integration with all Z-Wave-C;ertifjed nodes and devices manufactured by others, which s possible due to the srobusi: nature, of Z- ave interoperability of certified devices am ng iffered: nufacture s.
  • the VE.RV system also enures safe and convenient equipment oper3 ⁇ 4fioTrwit:hout burdethng users with unnecessary tton ' presses. For example, a user activation, of heater automatically activates and primes a paired um prior to iirmg that heater. Farther, automatic program conflict detection alerts user to overlapping or conflicting programs, and offers resolution options to "fix' * issue automatically by setting rules,
  • rules may be set in the VERV system usin a logic builder routine. This allows user to create sophisticated conditional progrmmriiog using plain language ''.IF. , .THEN " st tem nts. Thus, any
  • SmarP ' Node is the network may be used in instmclion espressios s, e,g, "IF air temp > S - ; F THEN turn off heater/'
  • a user may set an t iimited n m e of IF* conditions for « st tement * e.g. * TF air temp > ⁇ KEF and water temp > ?S W F and w&terf ' eafure is off, THEN mm off beater/ '* User may also set an. unlimited rnmnber of " ITW conditions for each statement e.g. 'IF air temp > SiFF, THEN turn off ea er and turn off wa erfeature a»d iu.nv.on chiller,"
  • the network-level control as performed by she VERV system may be called Netd ' foss.
  • ettBoss automatically opens on user control interface and atnornaticaiiy recognizes new VERV Smart:Mode , and opens appropriate Sm rt:Node;8os$ (see below).
  • the user is alerted about delimit and template program modules available for the new SfflartiNode Additional features may Include -node exclusion, i d. power/balteiy status reporting, and t e elation of graphical system ma ' by Ne rBoss.
  • Vessel.- level information ( pool, spa, fou tai ) is sto ed and used b VBRV system so that during web purchase process or upon initial VER V system set-up, use is pir s ted for vessel information including:
  • VesselBoss information is used by the VERV system io calculate vessel volumes, turnover rates, iec»n*n>ettded filtration rates and the like for the eniire syst m, in additios. historical readings for each vessel may be displayed on screen or exported as MS Excel files ( :! .x]s, *.s.lsx) or C V file
  • Wa3 ⁇ 4r:Boss allows users of the ' VERV system to configure control of opular chior.i3 ⁇ 4e generators, chemical feed pumps, €02 sy tems, ozone Systems, and the like
  • Water: Boss * incorporates graphical data display of l ding (or each ater quality paramet r via phs, bar and pie ram- In a k itfou. historical readings for each, parameter may be displayed on screen or exported as MS Excel file (*,xls, or CSV file. User may create custom views or dashboards,
  • WaienBoss may provide m option, to utomat water quality management based on Langeiiet Saturation index (LSI) or based on individual values.
  • LSI Langeiiet Saturation index
  • WatenBoss Includes support for low chemical level alerts and tracking chemical c nsumption, including cust mizabl graphical displays of eoaswaptioti history.
  • Water:Boss may allow for user-configurable alerts and actions for out-of- mrsge re dings.
  • Boss calculates correct doses, rovides support for manual entry of manual water test results and servic screens to collect service arid matmonance visit details, WatenBos m y also send email or text report to iKasseowuers reporting regular u3 ⁇ 4 si ti rs anee routines or
  • the Bevel.:Boss dashboard displays graphical repmseritatioa of state (e.g. On/Off, distance. Fill) of all level sensors m system.
  • state e.g. On/Off, distance. Fill
  • I.evefSoss allows user to onfigur sophisticated level controls by, for example, integratin undii-paira level sensing with multiple pump and valve fuscdorss.
  • LevelBoss may also ioelude a calibration center with support for multi-point level control and template program modules for advanced sensor applications,
  • the LevehBoss may also include a user-selectable evaporation rates, and. includes ⁇ tefauit and user-selectable values for start time delay and min ntmi ill! time (to pr west fill valve cycling).
  • Other features include us3 ⁇ 4t- seleciable time or v «h :te ⁇ hsf«;d fill limits and «ser- n 1 gamble- low water emo " feature that provides option, for user alert or um deactivation.
  • l3 ⁇ 4np:Bos ⁇ allows users to configure control of popular fossil-duel pool heaters, feat pumps/chillers, electric beaters, s well as heat exchangers a «d solar collectors.
  • the ⁇ mpp:Boss dashboard may display graphic l re re entation of sta (e.g. On/Off, setpoints, current emp) of all beating devices In system.
  • Terap:Boss supp rts -mu -heater installations mi sequential aetivau.on a.srd allows mtdtipie set points (mo than two) for multiple appliances across multiple vessels,
  • Temp.'Boss also allows aser to select a "learning mode" for heater i-o tasftpiin .
  • Deploying p prietary PID functional? y, ⁇ ernptBoss in Learning Mode analyzes hist ic l heating data (including ambient air temp ratu e, wind speed (if available)), learns how long it takes to reach set paiat, and automatically begins hear cycle so that set point is reached at user-set time.
  • TeinptBoss allows over to cotit gure eriviroatsernal limits for ope rats cm of appliances (e.g. *Vk> not operate heater if outdoor ternperama? is less than 60 i:' l ' vo.
  • Temp:Boss may semi a isser alert (email or text psessage) when healer malfunctions durin a heat progmip..
  • Tempdfoss also provides support for automatic solar collector control when interfaced with valve controller and other necessary equipment [00250] (1, VAl,VE:BOSS
  • Valve:Bo «s allows user to configure md control a virtually unlimited number of valves of different types.
  • Vaive:Boss may include a dashboard that displays graphical .representation of state (e.g. Oa Off, rotation angle) of all valve in system. User can set virtual rotation stops for flow throttling and the like. Vaive Boss supports multiple rotation stops on each valve.
  • 082S2 Rotation, stop settin s cm bt locked ami password- protected, to prcveni tamperi ng, Vaive;Boss also monitors and com ares valve comman state and actu l rotation angle and ends Valve Alert messag to user if valve become stack.
  • Ptsmpdloss allows user to configure control, of popular single-, dual-, and variable-speed pumps.
  • the Putrn Boss dashboard m display graphical represeptasioft of state (e.g. On/Oft speed. Bow etc.) of all pumps in system, Pump:Bos$ may allow high-resolution speed control. (eg. 10 rpra increments) of variable-speed pomps.
  • Pump;Boss supports safety vac-uura .release system (S ' VRS) protection to single- and dual-speed pumps as well as variable speed pumps (V ' SFs). Selecti on of "Plow Priority Mode" for VSP cor rol enables FtmsptBoss to maintain constant Bow rate instead of constant motor speed.
  • UghFBoss allows th user to configure eomro! of popular high voltage and lo voltage underwater pool lighting and landscape . lighting as well as providing for intuitive and eas creation and control of custom lighting circuits and groups.
  • Lighidioss automatically prompts the user to configure the lighting, its configuratio Besdhility allows any c m ination of lumi.nai.res to be controlled individually or in groups, even across supply c rcu ts (see Bridge: Um:H above),
  • UghpBoss iorther allows mul iple group definitions, including overlapping deflations in which an individual lumin rc..may belong to • more than one group.
  • LighpBoss supports integration of DMX51 ' 2- A controllers.
  • the LighPBoss dashboard displays graphical representation of state of ail Iturtinaires in system (e.g. On/Off. dim level, color).
  • Light: Boss may control incandescent fiber optic, and LED iumioaires usiog high-ix;so!iitioft 100- tep dimming control ara.l it supports advanced color managemen . Users may also select automatic shut-off during daylight hours,
  • RfterBoss takes when filter dirt level reaches limit, including dirt aieris or atrt t «abc backwash, l3 ⁇ 4a sand filters, Fiif:er:Boss automates backwash via motor- actuated valves ased on pressore differential and/or Slow reduction.
  • Backwash operation may he coni ' igured to terminate based on time, turbidity measurement of ef aest, backwash water vol.an.te, r upon high water level reading in a backwash basis,
  • Cover provides the gia.phi.ca! status of automatic cover position and allows oser to configure and c stOi iiKe autoeover interlocks (e.g. ; :ura heater ot ' t * when cover is o e ' "tea waterfall off when cover is closed”),
  • LawntBoss provides Irrigation valve control and may include a dashboard displaying graphical represeniadoi] of irrigation xonex and state of all valves in. system l..i3 ⁇ 4wn;Boss allows user to configure virtually un!irtsiied number of irrigation s ⁇ e and valves and includes default programming allows program override based K rain history. Otto features include the use of unlimited number of programs, custom text- based zone a d valve names and fully - customizable du ation intervals.
  • CaocBoss allows user to configure multiple security and safety cameras.
  • the CarrcBoss dashboard may displays all camera views in system and allows user to display one or more views on home/dash hoard.
  • GreertMax feature is an integr ted hardware and software .feature set wRMit the VER Y system (hat provides for uioriiKHirig and tracking electricity, gas id water resource consumption,
  • odes may be recfuired. if tl3 ⁇ 4e appropriate SmartNodes ate installed, actual eonsutapdOB data is provided. l.f optional SmarP des are missin Sam re k esdmaies calculated by GreesMax are shown,
  • Greeu ax adds user consumption data to its global database and compares user data to other VERY users globally.
  • Ibis allows user efficiency to be graded (by rarsk or percentile) by user-selectable geographic .region (eg, coanf?y/state;/eo «.nty/posta.i code ⁇ , by e uipment model (e.g. users of same equipment), and the like.
  • Gr «enMax may also provide user- se!ea&ble graphing and chatting options.
  • GreeuMax may calculate total system head for each circulation system and compare u io oianniactiirer published pump curve data .in its database. User data is graphically displayed as curve overlay on manufacturer curve. With user ermis ion, GreenMax adds total system head reading to lis global database ami compass It to other VERY users globally, and to manuf cturer's system curve,
  • GmeoMax may -be u ed to mo.nit.or and track elccfri.ci - usage with one or mo of the following features:
  • GreenMax national electrical utility database matches user vessel location (GPS raodu!e is A iub) to corresponding electrical utility and r ts structure.
  • GreertMax creates default filter pump program based on h utility's off-peak times and rates
  • "'Smart (Md” features include user configurable responses io teal time changes in utility nerg demand and rates.
  • g Power consumed per vessel turnover or filtration cycle (e.g. W/tumover, W eyele). [0 ⁇ 28#] h. Electrical cost -per vessel turnover or filtration cycle (Steoov&r, $/eyde),
  • GteenMax. may use a aatioaai gas utility database that .matches user vessel locationoR (GPS module in Afel! b ⁇ .to correspondisg ga utility and. rate structure. GreeoMax may prompt the user to conSj.rrn utility match. For LP .i applications, site user way input ami cost informat on dwrmg web purch e or any time thereafter:.-
  • GreenMax may include user- configurable priority logic to automatically confi ure solar heaters, heat pomps/chillers, gas heaters and other heating appliances for maximum energy efficiency, in "Efficiency" mode, Otven as. may automatically select which beating equi.pn.tent to operate based on resource cost and consumption, as well as environmental data provided by SmarPNodes. In “Learn ng” mode, GreenMax saves energy by minimizing fuel bam tt!rse. [01 299] 3.
  • O eenMax uses data tan (optional) Smart ode to create graphical repeats for one or more of i.he following for gas monitorin a adjuor-h-r-P
  • Vessel temperature rise per unit time heater .runtime (e.g. deg. i vh ut).
  • GmenMax may use a nati onal w fe company data ase that -matches; user vessel location (OPS srrodele in AirTiub) to eorrespoadirig wafer eonrpaay and rate structure, Gr en&ta may prompt fire user i confirm utility match,. For users of pr vate wells, there is a "Private Well" mode.
  • GreeuMax may calcula e water usage based on liser-iupst flow ma and fill valve run time, or on actual flow rate through lill valve (suitable SmarPNode required).
  • GreenMax uses data fern (optional ⁇ Smarf;Modes to create graphical reports lor one or more of She following for water men storing and adjustment: [01 3!
  • GreenMax uses vessel -water consumption data to build local o regional database with baselines for evaporation rates.
  • the Green ax algorithm may account for seasonal variations and alert user when water use is higher than contemporary local average.
  • Became VERV may involve complex decision-making protocols depending on the .nature and extent of ik system, VERV may include a configuration system using a simple voonu-tlriven interface that uides u ers through n ntechnical system configuration process. ' The aser configuration, is continuously auto-saved tor future rcfereace y user, which, allows couflguraiion to be -.ifltemjpted without data loss,
  • the control software may be pre- configured and pre-progfanuued to srser spe fi atio s prior to shipping. And the ir less control network (lor complete systems) ma be pre-configsired (including Smait; ode Inclusion) and tested prior to shipping, creati ng a true i i3 ⁇ 4g-and ⁇ Piay > user experience.
  • a wizard may also be used to collect vessel node arid equipment information io be used in. control algorithms (as described above).
  • the wkard may irrel de a replicator option that allows user to inekJy select configurations that mimic foaebona!ity oOfeced by other popular control systems.
  • V ER V knowledge base may be established to ease the use of the system.
  • the knowledge base may clude a configuration FAQ section, an installation FAQ section, a supervised user forum, a system Wtk a detailed.. memr-driven troubleshooting guide, and a tree phone .support, ⁇ » locked with un que serv c "key" generated at end of trotddeshoodrig guide,

Abstract

L'invention concerne du matériel, des logiciels et des systèmes de contrôle connexes qui utilisent un réseau maillé dans un environnement comprenant des cuves d'eau telles que des piscines, des spas et des fontaines. Le système emploie des dispositifs totalement ou partiellement sans fil, en association avec divers éléments dans le système aquatique. Des solutions matérielles et logicielles intégrées sont également décrites pour améliorer l'entretien, le contrôle et le fonctionnement de systèmes domestiques dotés de cuves d'eau. Dans un environnement cité à titre d'exemple, un système de contrôle (200) comprend une dorsale Internet (120) ou une dorsale Internet sans fil (115) qui fournissent une connexion à un réseau externe via un routeur (150) qui a une capacité sans fil (155). Le contrôleur de passerelle de type "Air:hub" (130) est connecté au routeur (150) soit par une connexion sans fil (135) soit par une connexion câblée (140). Un dispositif mobile d'utilisateur (270) peut communiquer sans fil (275) avec la dorsale Internet sans fil (115) pour fournir au système la fonctionnalité de contrôle nécessaire. Le dispositif mobile (270) peut faire fonctionner une application ou un autre logiciel pour réaliser des fonctions de commande au moyen d'une commande à distance via Internet (110). Le système vise à commander des éléments du système aquatique, tels que détecteurs chimiques, pompes, valves, éclairage, bâche de piscine, et é surveiller la consommation d'électricité, de gaz et d'eau au moyen d'un gestionnaire central.
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