Patents by Inventor Christopher G. Wanlass

Christopher G. Wanlass 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).

  • Thermostat with handicap access mode
    Patent number: 7451937
    Abstract: An innovative thermostat having a handicap access mode is described. When the handicap access mode is triggered, the thermostat accepts voice commands to control thermostat settings. This innovative thermostat is a particularly convenient feature for the visually impaired, and individuals with limited mobility. In one exemplary embodiment, the thermostat includes a controller operable in a direct input mode and/or a handicap access mode. When in the direct input mode, the controller receives user commands through mechanical actuation of an adjustment mechanism to adjust a thermostat setting. When in the handicap access mode the controller receives voice commands through a microphone to adjust a thermostat setting.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2008
    Assignee: Action Talkin Products, LLC
    Inventors: Scott W. Flood, Christopher G. Wanlass