Patents by Inventor Phillip C. Layne

Phillip C. Layne 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: 6812856
    Abstract: An improved lighted traffic sign having an adjustable and portable seat, a portable urinal having an enclosure, a liquid applicator, a hinge, and a sign and warning device is disclosed. The improved lighted traffic sign can be used at the workstation to prevent gaps in traffic control.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 2, 2004
    Assignee: Endless Visions, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard M. Heinz, Phillip C. Layne
  • Publication number: 20030048200
    Abstract: An improved lighted traffic sign having an adjustable and portable seat, a portable urinal having an enclosure, a liquid applicator, a hinge, and a sign and warning device is disclosed. The improved lighted traffic sign can be used at the workstation to prevent gaps in traffic control.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2002
    Publication date: March 13, 2003
    Inventors: Richard M. Heinz, Phillip C. Layne
  • Patent number: 6150957
    Abstract: The invention describes a lighted traffic control device which can be used to warn approaching motorists to areas of road construction or repair. Traffic control is very important at construction and repair sites, because laborers are working in close proximity to moving vehicles. A sign that can be remotely operated to display various traffic signals, such as "SLOW" or "STOP", eliminates the need for a worker to operate such a multi-faced sign near oncoming traffic. The device consists of a mobile base with a telescoping pole supporting a multi-faced traffic control sign. Outriggers level the base and prevent unwanted movement. A strobe light attracts the attention of approaching motorists at a sufficient distance to provide adequate warning, while also illuminating the face of the sign. The light is powered by a sufficiently large battery so as to operate for long periods of time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 8, 1999
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2000
    Inventors: Richard M. Henz, Phillip C. Layne