| CPC H02J 3/472 (2020.01) [G05B 15/02 (2013.01); H02J 3/14 (2013.01); H02J 7/0013 (2013.01)] | 18 Claims |
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1. A smart controller device comprising:
a power input port;
a plurality of power outlets, each power outlet comprising a standard electrical connector for connection to common electrical devices by a conventional electrical power cable;
a sequencer module configured to:
route power from the power input port to a first one or more of the plurality of power outlets,
detect an occurrence of at least one sequencing condition determined by an internal component of the smart controller, and
upon detecting the occurrence of the at least one sequencing condition, discontinue the routing of power from the power input port to the first one or more of the plurality of power outlets and route power from the power input port to a second one or more of the plurality of power outlets; and
an enclosure incorporating the power input port, the plurality of power outlets, and the sequencer module;
wherein the sequencer module is enclosed by the enclosure, the enclosure being sealed such that the smart controller device is rated for indoor use, outdoor use, and in wet environments;
wherein the power input port and the plurality of power outlets are externally accessible from an outside of the enclosure and enclosable by weather-proof covers on the outside of the enclosure to support the rating for indoor use, outdoor use, and in wet environments; and
wherein the enclosure is of a form-factor such that the smart controller device is portable and carriable by an average person and comprises a shoulder strap for easy carrying of the smart controller device.
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