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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8125172 | Automated shade control method and system This invention generally relates to automated shade systems. An automated shade system comprises one or more motorized window coverings, sensors, and controllers that use one or more algorithms to control operation of the automated shade control system. These algori... | 02/28/2012 |
| 8120292 | Automated shade control reflectance module Automated shade systems comprise motorized window coverings, sensors, and controllers that use algorithms to control operation of the automated shade control system. These algorithms may include information such as: 3-D models of a building and surrounding structure... | 02/21/2012 |
| 8016016 | Trough shade system and method A trough shade system and method of use provide improved support for a roller tube and shade material. The roller tube and wound shade material are located within a support cradle to minimize unwanted deflection by the roller tube and associated wrinkling and deform... | 09/13/2011 |
| 7977904 | Automated shade control method and system This invention generally relates to automated shade systems. An automated shade system comprises one or more motorized window coverings, sensors, and controllers that use one or more algorithms to control operation of the automated shade control system. These algori... | 07/12/2011 |
| 7684022 | System and method for shade selection using a fabric brightness factor A system and method for determining a brightness factor associated with a window shade fabric is disclosed. The brightness factor incorporates the openness factor of the fabric, visible light reflectance of the fabric and visible light transmission of the fabric. Th... | 03/23/2010 |
| 7625151 | System and method for an adjustable connector A coupler system which changes the relationship of two or more rotating shade tubes is disclosed. The invention enables the installer to compensate for the height of the hembar by rotating the tube forward or backward any desired number of degrees. The coupler inclu... | 12/01/2009 |
| 7417397 | Automated shade control method and system This invention generally relates to automated shade systems that employ one or more algorithms to provide appropriate solar protection from direct solar penetration; reduce solar heat gain; reduce radiant surface temperatures; control penetration of the solar ray, o... | 08/26/2008 |
| 6817399 | Apparatus and method for assembling sheet material mounting device components The present invention provides a sheet material mounting system having a lifting sleeve, a center support bracket, an engaging rod and two or more lifting cords. The outer circumference of a left portion of the lifting sleeve is greater than the outer portion of a r... | 11/16/2004 |
