IP Library Granted Patent US 12,699,431
Granted Patent B2
US 12,699,431 · App. 18/655,084 · Granted Aug 4, 2026

Power and backup system for low power outdoor applications

Inventor: Walter Mark Hendrix (Dallas, TX)
G06F1/263H02J9/066H05K7/1457H05K7/1488H05K7/1492H05K7/1497
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Quick Facts
Patent No.
US 12,699,431
App. No.
18/655,084
Filed
May 3, 2024
Granted
Aug 4, 2026
Kind
B2
Art Unit
2836
USPC
307/66
Abstract

Aspect of the invention relate to apparatuses and methods for backup power systems. The apparatus comprises a communications enclosure. The communications enclosure comprises a generator module. The generator module comprises a generator and a rack mount.

Claims (16)

1 . An apparatus, comprising:

a communications enclosure comprising a generator module;

wherein the generator module comprises:

a generator;

a rack mount;

a signal connector configured to provide an interface for electrical signals to be transmitted to and from the generator;

a power connector configured to provide an interface for electrical power output to communication equipment in the communications enclosure; and

vibration isolators positioned between the generator and the signal and power connectors, the vibration isolators configured to reduce transmission of vibrations from the generator to the signal and power connectors.

2 . The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the communications enclosure includes lockable doors for secure access to internal components of the communication enclosure.

3 . The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the generator module is configured to operate autonomously with connectivity to a power management system for integrated control and monitoring.

4 . The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a control module housed within the communications enclosure, the control module configured to manage power distribution and execute emergency protocols.

5 . The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the communications enclosure is equipped with solar panels integrated with electrical converters and storage systems to augment power supply.

6 . The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the generator includes a drive engine designed to optimize fuel efficiency through electronic fuel injection and variable valve timing.

7 . The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the generator module includes a stator/rotor assembly that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.

8 . The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the vibration isolators configured to minimize the transmission of vibrations from the generator to the communications enclosure.

9 . The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the communications enclosure is designed to facilitate installation and maintenance of the generator module.

Assignments (6)
SECURITY INTEREST Recorded Apr 15, 2026
From: VIAPHOTON LLC
To: PHOENIX MERCHANT AGENT, LP
Reel/Frame 075423/0589 →
RELEASE OF PATENT SECURITY INTEREST RECORDED AT R/F 72590/0868 Recorded Apr 15, 2026
From: PHOENIX MERCHANT AGENT, LP
To: VIAPHOTON LLC
Reel/Frame 075423/0696 →
CHANGE OF NAME Recorded Apr 8, 2026
From: VIAPHOTON, INC.
To: VIAPHOTON LLC
Reel/Frame 075352/0418 →
SECURITY INTEREST Recorded Sep 17, 2025
From: VIAPHOTON INC.
To: PHOENIX MERCHANT AGENT, LP, AS ADMINISTRATIVE AGENT
Reel/Frame 072590/0868 →
SECURITY INTEREST Recorded Oct 7, 2024
From: VIAPHOTON, INC.
To: ECLIPSE BUSINESS CAPITAL LLC
Reel/Frame 068823/0344 →
ASSIGNMENT OF ASSIGNOR'S INTEREST Recorded May 3, 2024
From: HENDRIX, WALTER MARK
To: VIAPHOTON, INC.
Reel/Frame 067313/0979 →
Continuity (2)
Provisional Application 63499968 · May 3, 2023
Related Publication 20240370071A1 · Nov 7, 2024
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