20130086208 | Distributed Monitoring And Control System - A distributed computer system in which a central maintenance system communicates with a plurality of communication devices associated with remotely distributed equipment. The operator of each piece of remotely distributed equipment uses a communication device to communicate any problems related to the equipment, or other requirements such as the need for supplies. The communication devices can be notebook computers, tablet computers, smart phones, or any other suitable device. They communicate in real time with the central maintenance system. The information may include damage description, component descriptions, supply orders, as well as information regarding probable scheduling changes. The central maintenance system also has the capability to communicate instructions or requests for information to selected communication devices. | 04-04-2013 |