Patents by Inventor Jeffery G. Craig

Jeffery G. Craig has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Computerized automotive service equipment using multipoint serial link data transmission protocols
    Patent number: 6282469
    Abstract: A multi-point serial link protocol, such as USB, is used to transfer vehicle diagnostic information back and forth between vehicle diagnostic sensors and a host computer. Multiple distinct vehicle servicing applications may be added to or removed from the service bay without requiring substantial software changes or revisions. The amount of vehicle diagnostic hardware is also minimized. The multi-point serial link may originate in the vehicle's on-board computer, allowing the vehicle itself to function as a data hub for the diagnostic automotive service sensors.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2001
    Assignee: Snap-On Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven W. Rogers, David R. Coburn, II, Michael J. Kling, III, Jeffery G. Craig