Patents by Inventor Billy-Jay Smart

Billy-Jay Smart 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).

  • Vessel navigation and docking system and method
    Patent number: 7021231
    Abstract: A system configured to auto pilot and dock automatically a vessel (108), the system comprising: one or more distance detectors (106): at least one extendable arm (104), the arm including attachment elements (112) located at a far end thereof; and a control system (102) configured to activate the arm (104) and attachment elements (112) to link with a dockside (110). The present invention provides a method and system for auto piloting and docking automatically a vessel (108). This invention enhances safety and enjoyment in open seas, rivers, channels, harbours, marinas and the like for vessel operators and for others.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2006
    Inventor: Billy-Jay Smart
  • Vessel navigation and docking system and method
    Publication number: 20050005833
    Abstract: A system configured to auto pilot and dock automatically a vessel (108), the system comprising: one or more distance detectors (106): at least one extendable arm (104), the arm including attachment elements (112) located at a far end thereof; and a control system (102) configured to activate the arm (104) and attachment elements (112) to link with a dockside (110). The present invention provides a method and system for auto piloting and docking automatically a vessel (108). This invention enhances safety and enjoyment in open seas, rivers, channels, harbours, marinas and the like for vessel operators and for others.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 29, 2001
    Publication date: January 13, 2005
    Inventor: Billy-Jay Smart