Larq, Inc.

Justin Wang

Stephen Kaes

Li Zhang

Gareth Brown

Doug Collins

Mathew Chin

Matthew Chin

Yvonne Young

Yitao Liao

Deyan Huang

Lin Zhu

Timothy Elliott

Josh Abell

Joshua Abell

Antonio Kaleb

Douglas Collins

Pitcher with light ring

Flip top bottle cap

Wand for pitcher

Bottle

Cap for a bottle with a ring on top

System that monitors and manages a network of smart filtering containers, such as water pitchers with integrated sensors. Measurements are collected from the containers and forwarded to a centralized system, such as an Internet server; data may be analyzed to determine performance modifications or recommendations for selected containers. Centralizing the data enables discovery of patterns and correlations across containers; for example, abnormal measurements from multiple pitchers in an area may suggest contamination of the area's water supply. The centralized system may automatically update settings of containers to optimize their performance. It may send messages to users suggesting different usage patterns or configurations. It may automatically order components such as replacement filters or upgrades. A water testing capability may also be provided; users may be sent water test strips that can be imaged using an associated mobile device app, and results may be forwarded to the central database for analysis.

Monitoring and performance management system for a network of smart filtering containers

Water bottle

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Foster City, CA, United States of America

Justin Wang