The US Patent Office has granted Carmanah a patent relating
to the wireless control of solar powered aviation and
obstruction marking lights. The unique design of this light
allows Carmanah's A704-H and A704-I solar LED lights to
be grouped and programmed simultaneously without requiring
a wired connection to a central control tower. Operators
can easily activate lights on demand, or temporarily
increase light intensities in targeted areas in poor
weather conditions. Maintenance and engineering teams also
benefit from the quick implementation time and portability
of a completely wireless system. To simplify operation and
ensure minimal battery drain on the solar charged A704
light, the design incorporates intelligent programming to
automatically return the devices to normal light output
after any temporary override.
The A705 wireless light is currently used in runway edge
lighting, runway threshold lighting, helipad lighting and
obstruction marking at locations around the globe. The
product is available with high-intensity-directional (HIRL)
output up to 500cd, or in a reduced-cost format optimized
for ICAO Type A and Type B/FAA L810 obstruction marking.
The A704 and controllers are covered by the US patents
8,174,408 Method and System for the Wireless Control of
Marker Lights and 6,573,659 Solar-powered light assembly
with automatic light control.
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