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AssigneeEndotronix, Inc.
InventorsBalamurugan Sundaram, Michael Nagy, Douglas Nielsen, Sureshbabu Sundaram
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Disclosed is a self-test device and method for assessing the functional performance of a reader device that is configured to interface with a wireless sensor. The self-test device may be configured to analyze the accuracy of a signal transmitted from the reader device or the accuracy of a signal received by the reader device. In one embodiment, the reader device may be configured to engage the self-test device to allow the reader to transmit a signal, such as a short pulse of energy or a short burst of radio frequency energy to cause the self-test device to output a resonant signal. The self-test device may receive the transmit signal from the reader and evaluate it against predetermined values. The evaluated signals may be used to assess the accuracy of the transmit signal of the reader device to identify potential calibration issues and initiate remedial action by an automated system or human intervention if needed. The self-test device may be built into a docking station where the reader is placed when not in use.
A system for wirelessly sensing a parameter from a remote location, comprising:
The system of claim 10, wherein said self-test device is built into said docking station.
The system of claim 10, wherein said docking station provides a battery charging function to said reader.
The system of claim 10 wherein said docking station provides a data link function to said reader.
The system of claim 10, wherein said self-test device is powered by said docking station.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.