Patent ID: 9183222
Filing Date: 2015-11-10
Classification: F16L,F17D,G01C,G06F,G06Q,G09B

Abstract:
1. A method of mapping an asset during installation or repair, the method comprising: inputting a code from a component of the asset into a device having a processor and a memory; the processor automatically decoding the code into attributes; the processor automatically gathering characteristics of the component based on the attributes, wherein the characteristics include at least one of maintenance schedules, replacement dates, installation details, dimensions, and warranty details; the processor automatically creating a geometric feature based on the attributes and the characteristics; identifying a location of the component using one of a global positioning system device and a manual mapping process; storing the location in the memory; associating the component with the location; and the processor automatically placing the geometric feature on a Geographic Information System (GIS) map.