MOVABLE BARRIER OPERATOR EMPLOYING MEMS-BASED INERTIAL MEASURING UNIT FOR GATHERING BARRIER PARAMETER DATA

摘要

The invention relates to a movable barrier operator with a microelectromechanical positioning sensor, or a movable barrier operator that employs an inertial measuring unit to receive a signal associated with a barrier position, and communicate that signal to one or more devices. A device in communication with the movable barrier operator may be enabled for receiving information pertaining to the barrier and for providing commands that actuate the barrier at precise barrier parameters. In an exemplary embodiment, a movable barrier such as a swing-arm gate may be accurately controlled without requiring manual positioning mechanisms, or otherwise require physical components to set the gate's open and closed limits. Additionally, accurate information may be communicated to a user device, for monitoring and providing maintenance to the movable barrier system.

主权项

1. A movable barrier operator, comprising:
a motor; a gearbox rotatably coupled to the motor, wherein the gearbox is configured to move a barrier in response to activation of the motor; an arm mechanically coupled to the gearbox and the barrier, in a manner so that moving the arm causes the barrier to move between an open position and a close position; and an inertial measuring unit coupled to the arm, for generating an output pertaining to one or more parameters of the barrier.