Patent ID: 8283800
Filing Date: 2012-10-09
Classification: E05F,E05Y

Abstract:
1. A control system for controlling a position of a window that is configured to be in a fully open position, a fully closed position, and intermediate positions thereof, said control system comprising: a substantially rigid cover at least partially adapted to have an elongated trough comprising a first portion and a second portion, said substantially rigid cover having a interior side and an exterior side; a first proximity sensor adjacent to said interior side of said substantially rigid cover, and proximate said first portion of said trough, wherein said first proximity sensor is configured to detect an object within said first portion of said trough; a second proximity sensor adjacent to said interior side of said substantially rigid cover, and proximate said second portion of said trough, wherein said second proximity sensor is configured to detect said object within said second portion of said trough; and a processor in communication with said first proximity sensor and said second proximity sensor, said processor configured to communicate a control signal to the window as a function of said detection of said first proximity sensor and second proximity sensor, wherein said control signal is based upon a most recent detection of said first and second proximity sensors when both said first proximity sensor and said second proximity sensor are activated within a first time period.