.~ With programmed, cyclic, or time responsive control means
DEFINITION
Classification: 412/13
With programmed, cyclic, or time responsive control means:
(under subclass 9) Apparatus wherein control means is
provided with either (a) means for storing coded instructions or other data necessary to regulate an operation of the apparatus, (b) means repetitively regulating a sequence of operational steps performed in or by the apparatus, or (c) means for determining the time at which an operation occurs or length of time taken to perform such an operation in or by the apparatus.
(1) Note. The type of cyclic control under (b) above to be found herein, includes limit switch arrangements of the interlock type which control the sequence of operation based on the movement of apparatus elements to specific locations, e.g., the closing or opening of a door, etc.
