Patents by Inventor Chris J. Thyen

Chris J. Thyen 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).

  • Workspace security system
    Patent number: 6965294
    Abstract: A workspace security system having processors, sensors, and actuators for local and remote monitoring, control, and automation of physical and environmental security, safety, efficiency, and productivity. The system includes passive and active access authentication devices and active or passive unlocking and lockdown of office furniture components, work sites, and facilities. The system may include multilevel authentication credentials, automatic lockdown of office furniture and other components based on the proximity of credentials, and video or other imaging systems to detect and record motion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2003
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2005
    Assignee: Kimball International, Inc.
    Inventors: Brent Elliott, Jeff Fenwick, Chris J. Thyen