Patents by Inventor John M. McNaily

John M. McNaily 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).

  • Intelligent inter-connect and cross-connect patching system
    Patent number: 7938700
    Abstract: An intelligent network patch field management system is provided that includes electronic hardware, firmware, mechanical assemblies, cables, and software that provide visible and audible cues for connecting and disconnecting patch cords in an interconnect or cross-connect patching environment. Systems of the present invention also monitor patch cord connections in a network.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2011
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Steven A. Jacks, Thomas G. Fuller, Robert J. Pflaum, Richard A. Rago, Wayne C. Fite, Brian D. Leshin, Robert Wilcox, John M. McNaily, Shariar B. Allen