Patents by Inventor Larry Nickell

Larry Nickell 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).

  • Patent number: 6323785
    Abstract: A warning system provides for notification of the approach of a track guided train to a user work area perimeter. The system includes at least one sensor, preferably a plurality of sensors, for sensing the approach of a train. Data is collected and analyzed, with the analysis including the status of preprogrammed system criteria. Signals are transmitted to a remote receiving member. The remote receiving member can be part of an annunciator. An analysis member receiving and analyzes the signals and determines whether it is necessary to transmit a warning signal. At least one indicator provides a warning notification to a user. The data collection device at least periodically transmits signals to the programmable data analysis member and the analysis member determines the absence or proximity of a train.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 1999
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2001
    Inventors: Larry Nickell, John L. McCormack, Marlin Van Wilson