Patents by Inventor Kim L. Skippers

Kim L. Skippers 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).

  • User interface and system for creating function block diagrams
    Patent number: 6931288
    Abstract: A controller configuration system and user interface therefor are disclosed for creating and editing controller function block diagrams for use in control systems. The interface provides feedback loop identification features, wire connection cross-referencing and hyperlinks, wire connector name matching, pin datatype visualization, correct wiring indication and wiring error indications, and intelligent deletion and restoration features. In addition, the interface provides block morphing, free-form text boxes, error navigation, error indication, and block execution status information.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 16, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2005
    Assignee: Rockwell Automation Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Jason M. Lee, Douglas J. Reichard, Unni M. Heineking, Bruce A. Christensen, Holly E. Johnson, Keith M. Hogan, Kim L. Skippers, Diane N. Ritchie, Steven A. Zuponcic, James H. Jarrett, Christopher E. Stanek