| 20110062780 | POWER DISTRIBUTION UNIT WITH SUPPORT FOR HUMAN INTERFACE AND COMMUNICATION - A power distribution unit (PDU) is disclosed wherein the PDU includes an interactive display and communications capability. The display is interactive. A touch screen allows a user to make selections of data, commands, and modes to view, as well as enter commands. Some versions include audio and video capability, allowing two people from distant locations to interact. Ports for USB, Ethernet, wifi, Bluetooth provide for various methods of interconnectivity. An energy metering and control board controls each PDU outlet and measures many parameters related to the power of each outlet. The data obtained is used to calculate the power of a three phase power source using no other hardware resources. | 03-17-2011 |
