Devices, systems and methods for tracking and upgrading firmware in intelligent electronic devices

This invention describes a system for managing the software, called firmware, on a group of smart electronic devices, such as power meters. A central server stores different firmware versions along with information about which devices can use them. The system can then automatically track, notify, and update the firmware on these devices.

Why it matters: Filed before the current urgency for robust, automated security updates across large fleets of connected devices became paramount. Cloud-native update services and enhanced cybersecurity frameworks have matured significantly since 2019, making this system more feasible and critical.

Status: Not in forceListed as no longer active. The specific reason is not in the record we hold.
How hard to build: SpecializedHeavy software system, server, network, device integration.

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