Class 340/691.5 - Diverse

Subclass of Class 340 - Communications: electrical
Definition: Subject matter where at least two of the indications are
No. of patents: 170
Last issue date: 02/15/2011

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7889092	Alert device having notification-based customizable settings An alert device is disclosed. The alert device has at least one light, at least one speaker, and a communication system configured to receive an alert notification containing instructions for each of at least one pattern and duration of activation of the at least on...	02/15/2011
7443285	Enhanced audio feedback for vehicle security systems A vehicle security system comprises a security module adapted to detect an event, a memory for storing a composition, and a processor coupled to the security module, wherein upon detecting the event the processor selects the composition from the memory and triggers ...	10/28/2008
7321309	System for delivering pain without causing physiological damage The system includes a thermal grill that has several relatively warm portions which are interlaced with several relatively cold portions. When an individual contacts the thermal grill, the temperature difference between the warm and cold portions of the thermal gril...	01/22/2008
7319403	Combination carbon monoxide and wireless E-911 location alarm The present invention provides a device and method for automatically reporting and determining the geographic location of potential carbon monoxide emergencies utilizing wireless E-911 location systems. The combination carbon monoxide and wireless E-911 location ala...	01/15/2008
7283057	Fire alarm spreading system and method A fire alarm spreading system includes a robot cleaner for generating fire alarm data when smoke is detected while patrolling a specific area and transmitting the fire alarm data; and a wireless communication base station for receiving the fire alarm data transmitte...	10/16/2007
7250870	Back draft alarm assembly for combustion heating device A back drafting alarm assembly is designed to detect back drafting in combustion fired appliances. The assembly includes a temperature sensor unit that is attached to the diverter bonnet of a water heater or furnace to measure the temperature at all times. The senso...	07/31/2007
7245030	Integrated generator and transformer and associated methods An electrical power generating apparatus (20) may include a housing (22), an electrical generator (24) within the housing, and a step-up transformer (30) within the housing and connected to the electrical generator. A turbine (26) ...	07/17/2007
7161479	Portable instantaneous wireless even based photo identification and alerting security system A portable instantaneous wireless event based photo identification and alerting security system ideally suited for mobile protection of property, spaces and people, and for protection in motor vehicles, residences, businesses and other commercial locations, either a...	01/09/2007
7161473	Data recorder suitable for use as a railcar hunting detector A data recorder for use as a hunting detector includes a piezofilm accelerometer. A bandpass filter tuned to the approximate frequency of a hunting railcar couples the output of the accelerometer to a hold circuit. A controller, operating primarily in a low power co...	01/09/2007
7158040	Environmental condition detector with audible alarm and voice identifier Due to the presence of various environmental condition detectors in the home and businesses such as smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, natural gas detectors, etc., each having individual but similar sounding alarm patterns, it can be difficult for occupants...	01/02/2007
7154385	Vehicle-trailer backing up system using active front steer A vehicle-trailer back-up control system that employs an active front steer sub-system. The system includes a smart hitch controller that receives a vehicle speed signal and a hand-wheel angle signal, and calculates a hitch angle command signal. The system further i...	12/26/2006
7142120	Item finding using RF signalling Methods and apparatus are provided for locating one among many items equipped with RFID tags. The apparatus comprises a portable system interrogating the RFID tags and receiving responses therefrom that depend at least on their bearing angle. A comparator selects re...	11/28/2006
7142097	Enhanced audio feedback for vehicle security systems A vehicle security system comprises a security module adapted to detect an event, a memory for storing a composition, and a processor coupled to the security module, wherein upon detecting the event the processor selects the composition from the memory and triggers ...	11/28/2006
7109870	Fishing accessory A fishing accessory that includes a housing and an alerting mechanism for alerting a fisherman when a fishing line connected to the activation switch of the alerting mechanism is being tugged on by a fish. The housing includes a housing having a pair of attachment c...	09/19/2006
7071827	Apparatus and system for identifying infant-mother match An identification system including at least one transmitter configured to transmit a signal comprising an associated identification code. A receiver is configured to receive the signal and establish a comparison indication based on comparison of the identification c...	07/04/2006
7010290	System and method of determining short range distance between RF equipped devices A first, transmitting, device transmits a digitized data message using a short range radio link followed by digital data representing a digitized acoustic signal, such as a tone. Simultaneously, or with a predetermined time delay, the transmitting device emits an ac...	03/07/2006
6937152	Wireless interactive doll-houses and playsets therefor This invention allows for an electronic doll-house to be constructed at a reasonable cost that provides the ability to identify the location of a number of figures that a child may manipulate in a play space. By use of IR communications and the characteristics of su...	08/30/2005
6933854	Security bulb assembly A security bulb assembly for providing a user with a home or building security device that would allow a user to convert an existing motion detector security light into a combination security light and audible alarm. The security bulb assembly includes a main housin...	08/23/2005
6819245	Security system Vehicle security systems comprise at least one addressable transponder for communication with at least one base station. Each transponder and base station comprises a steerable directional antenna having an antenna azimuth sensor. Transponder and base station antenn...	11/16/2004
6806809	Trailer tongue length estimation using a hitch angle sensor A control system for estimating the tongue length of a trailer being towed by a vehicle in connection with a front wheel steering with or without a coordinated rear wheel steering associated with the vehicle. The control signal system employs an algorithm that calcu...	10/19/2004
6693537	Storage tray A personal item storage tray which includes a storage surface that incorporates a personal item identification, placement, retention, storage and removal apparatus or structure. One embodiment includes a substantially planar arrangement of depressions or ...	02/17/2004
6522253	Luggage locking and locating device A locating device for aiding a user in finding an object. The locating device includes a remote unit and a tag unit. The remote unit is retained by the user and includes a first processor for generating an alarm activation signal; a transmitter for transm...	02/18/2003
6522261	Selectable candela strobe unit A multi-candela output device for indicating alarm conditions has an output section, visible after installation, and a mounting section not visible after installation. A candela output level can be set by positioning a manually adjustable member on the mo...	02/18/2003
6426703	Carbon monoxide and smoke detection apparatus A smoke sensor and a carbon monoxide sensor are integrated into a common detector housing. The smoke sensor is coupled to a smoke detector control integrated circuit which generates a binary output signal indicative of the presence of smoke. This signal i...	07/30/2002
6417773	Sound-actuated system for encouraging good personal hygiene in toilet facilities A system for encouraging good personal hygiene in toilet facilities is provided, including means for detecting the acoustic signal generated by the inrush of water into a toilet bowl to trigger a recorded admonition to the toilet user to cleanse his or he...	07/09/2002
6384730	Eye-protective alarm Eye-protective alarm. When a user reads, writes or keys with a computer, the photosensitive resistor of the alarm can sense the illumination of the environment and detect insufficient safe visual distance and even detect too long working time and in time ...	05/07/2002
6278372	Methods and apparatus for promoting hygiene A badge emits light to signal that the person wearing the badge has clean hands. The light is discontinued after a period of time to indicate that the person should proceed to wash his/her hands. The badge may emit light in a distinct manner (or generate ...	08/21/2001
6229450	Power interruption monitoring apparatus Apparatus for monitoring interruptions in utility power that includes a utility power plug for connection to a utility wall socket to provide a signal indicative of loss of utility power. A counter is responsive to such signal for counting and displaying ...	05/08/2001
6208261	Use of visual building alarm system to display public information to building visitors A public building alarm system for displaying information relating to potential alarm conditions within or about a public building area, employs an alarm condition display screen for informing a fireman, for example, of the nature and location of a possib...	03/27/2001
6157307	Floodwater detection and warning device A device for detecting and warning of floodwater about a building structure, the device including a plurality of selectable remote alarm indicators, a matching plurality of alarm selector switches for selectively enabling and disabling the remote alarm in...	12/05/2000
6127935	Reversible speaker/strobe module A system for mounting two alarm-indicating or condition-sensing modules side-by-side onto a junction box provides installation flexibility to locate a particular module on the right or left side of the respective other module. A loudspeaker module can be ...	10/03/2000
6118386	Quaker--alerter w/radio-advisory and modular options An improved safety related compact hand-portable apparatus for home or office use, EQ-Alert™ is ceiling or shelf mountable, activating upon sensing a minimum-threshold earthquake preferably of about 3.25/Rictor-scale intensity, instantly emitting a seri...	09/12/2000
6078261	System for monitoring a bed patient A monitoring system for a patient in a bed having a room number that provides a signal to a nurses station when the patient exits the bed including a sensor pad positioned on the bed responsive to the weight of a patient, a control unit adjacent the bed t...	06/20/2000
6023218	Locating and alarm system for a motor vehicle A locating and alarm system for a motor vehicle comprising a housing. A securing means is for securing the housing onto a roof of the motor vehicle. Visual locating means in the housing is for visually indicating location of the motor vehicle. Audio locat...	02/08/2000
6002333	Alarm system to assist in gauging the size of a door opening A barrier alarm for positioning adjacent a door opening includes an elongated tubular body having a vibration-sensing relay fitted thereto. The relay is able to distinguish between a smooth, continuous movement such as associated with the swinging arc mot...	12/14/1999
5990787	Apparatus for warning loading excess of vehicle An apparatus for warning a loading excess of vehicle includes: a motion conversion mechanism which is mounted to a lower arm rotatably mounted in a body of a vehicle, and converts a motion of the lower arm by a drooping body to a rotational motion; a rota...	11/23/1999
5986552	Fish bite detecting and warning device A fish bite detecting and warning device for alerting a fisher when a fish has been hooked on a fishing line. The device includes a housing with a downwardly extending support shaft for insertion into the ground. The housing has at least one elongate slot...	11/16/1999
5986561	Automatic door warning system An apparatus is provided for the automatic advance warning of imminent automatic door closure to passengers of public transportation vehicles. Comprised of a panel mounted above the automatic door, comprising an alarm light, a message display area, and a ...	11/16/1999
5955958	Holiday candy jar with light and sound effects A holiday candy jar with light and sound effects having a signal sensor (10) which gets continuous signal from a signal source (12). When someone puts his/her hand into the jar trying to get a candy, the signal between the signal source and the signal sen...	09/21/1999
5952928	Driver alertness maintaining device A driver alertness maintaining device that includes timer/output mechanism circuitry that is programmable by the user to select and repeatedly output an audible alerting message through a speaker at a user selected interval; the driver alertness maintaini...	09/14/1999

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